It's
time for a wake-up call about rape and sexual assault on campus. It is
only a myth in our society that women incite men to rape or that men are
not sexually assaulted.
It's a myth that if the assailant, victim, or both are drunk, the
assailant cannot be charged with rape. And it's a myth that sexual
assaults are rare and only by strangers.
Learn
the truth. Join the UW campus community for two impactful presentations
about rape and sexual assault, and learn about your role in stopping
these silent crimes.
·
She Asked for It! Why We Like to Judge Rape Victims
Monday, October 15
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Kane Hall, room 120
Rape is a crime that is no stranger to college campuses. Anne
Munch
will discuss commonly held beliefs about victims, offenders, and the
meaning of consent, and the important roles these beliefs play in how
rape cases are perceived and
handled.
·
Sexual Assault: Victim Rights & Support
Wednesday, October 17
7 p.m.
Kane Hall, room 140
Jennifer Storm
will speak about the complexities of victimization, developing coping
mechanisms, and how to heal as a survivor. She also will discuss the
need for victim-centered practices and the cultural shift toward victim
support.
Save
the dates for both presentations, and bring your friends and fellow
leaders. Be empowered to change perceptions about campus rape and sexual
assault, and help make the
UW campus safe for everyone.