Tag Archives: Victim Blaming

Let’s reinforce the idea that what all of us really deserve to be free from violence! Continue reading

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Repost: What is Rape Culture?

Rape Culture is the context that supports violence against women. It is a culture in which rape and other sexual violence (usually against women) are common and in which prevalent attitudes, norms, practices, and media condone, normalize, excuse, or encourage sexualized violence. Continue reading

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Repost: How To Prevent Rape

Repeating an older post of mine for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, How To Prevent Rape Continue reading

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Dear John: On Redefining Rape

How H.R. 3 could impact trauma survivors. Continue reading

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Male Sexual Victimization Myths and Facts

Challenging myths about male survivors of sexual abuse to decrease stigma Continue reading

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