April is National Sexual Assault
Awareness Month!!

Ways to Reduce your Risk of Sexual Assault

As with any violent crime, there’s nothing you can do to guarantee that you will not be a victim of sexual violence. But there are many steps you can take to help reduce your risk of being assaulted. Click on the links below to learn some recommended methods to help reduce your risk.

Avoiding Dangerous Situations [1]
While you can never completely protect yourself from sexual assault, there are some things you can do to help reduce your risk of being assaulted.

Computer Safety Procedures [2]
Tips on cache and history cleaning, erasing cookies, and protecting yourself from viruses, spyware, and key-stroke logging.

Find a Safe Computer [3]
Please take a moment to think about whether your computer is safe. This is particularly important if the person abusing you may have access to your computer.

How can I protect my child from sexual assault? [4]
While there is no sure-fire way to protect your child from all dangers, there are some steps that you can take to help reduce the risk of a sexual assault.

If Someone is Pressuring You [5]
If someone is pressuring you, it is important to remember that being in this situation is not your fault...here are some things that you can try.

In a Social Situation [6]
Here are some tips to help reduce your risk of being assaulted in social situations.

Safety Planning [7]
If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted or is in an abusive relationship, there are things to consider when thinking about safety.

What can Men Do? [8]
The majority of those who commit sexual assaults are men. Even so, it is important to remember that the vast majority of men are not rapists.

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