SEXUAL ASSAULT

Sexual violence and assault affect hundreds of thousands of people every year. Rape, child sexual abuse, and sexual violence by an intimate partner are all forms of sexual assault that can have profound physical, emotional, and psychological impacts. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence and need to talk with someone for confidential help, support, or guidance, please reach out to RAINN’s 24/7 hotline:

SAKI is enhancing the criminal justice response to sexual assault and ensuring justice for victims. SAKI funding will not only help link victims to advocates and needed services, but also help jurisdictions implement best practices and comprehensive reform to hold perpetrators accountable and strengthen investigative and prosecutorial capacity. These investments support survivor-centered practices, improve evidence collection and case management, expand access to trauma-informed care, and increase safety in communities by preventing future sexual assaults. For more information, please visit:

NSVRC provides research and practical tools to advocates working on the front lines to prevent and respond to sexual harassment, assault, and abuse, grounded in the understanding that ending sexual violence requires confronting and dismantling racism, sexism, and all forms of oppression. For more information, please visit:

Recovering from sexual assault takes time, and the healing process can be difficult and at times painful. With support and self-care, you can gradually regain a sense of control, rebuild your self-worth, and learn ways to heal. If you are struggling with PTSD after sexual trauma please visit: