Sexual assault survivors can now choose which hospital they receive SANE exam

Advocates of Routt County to host annual sexual assault awareness event

Advocates of Routt County is hosting an annual event, called Speak, to raise awareness about the impact of sexual violence on individuals and the community at 7:15 p.m. Saturday at the Boathouse. This year’s theme is “Freedom,” symbolizing liberation, resilience and empowerment in the face of adversity. The event will feature poetry, dance, music and other creative expressions while raising funds to support Advocates of Routt County. To learn mo…

Amanda Nguyen Authored the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Act — She Is Also a Survivor

What happened to Amanda Nguyen? After she was assaulted in 2013, Nguyen struggled to navigate the criminal justice system. So, she changed how it works.

Rock Springs advocacy groups provide care for victims of sexual abuse

ROCK SPRINGS — Even though it’s a courageous and important step toward healing and justice, many survivors may be reluctant to pursue medical attention after a sexual assault.

What to know after a sexual assault

Sexual assault can happen to anyone — regardless of age, gender, sexual preference, or personal background. The one thing most survivors have in common is uncertainty about what to do next and fear of the process that lies ahead.

Sexual assault survivors can now choose which hospital they receive SANE exam

Reporting a sexual assault and receiving an exam can be terrifying, which is why it’s crucial that survivors have choices and control of their own recovery.“They have experienced some of the worst things that a human can possibly experience,” said Rape Crisis Center Outreach Coordinator Lauren Aguillon.After an assault, survivors often get a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) exam. Now, they are able to choose where they get that exam.Before N…

‘Let’s talk about it’: Methodist addresses sexual assault, calls for more open conversation

Content by Methodist Health System. In order to reduce the stigma surrounding sexual assault and eliminate the shame that many survivors wrongly carry, people must talk about it.