Advocates, survivors and loved ones march to Take Back the Night in Iowa City

Advocates, survivors and loved ones march to Take Back the Night in Iowa City

Organizations that work with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in the area are holding events throughout April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

City of Stillwater declares April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Every 68 seconds, someone is sexually assaulted in the United States, according to a survey from the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network.

Take Back the Night still going strong

Originated in the 1970s, Take Back the Night is the oldest worldwide movement against sexual violence. In response to a large increase in assaults, activists led this event advocating for the right for women to be able to walk home alone without the fear of being harmed.  At MSU, Take Back the Night honors history while evolving to include ending sexual violence for people of any identity.  This event was put on by VARP, the Violence Awareness a…

Letter: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

To the editor:

“What were you wearing?” A common question asked of sexual assault victims - Northeast Valley News

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Burton Barr Central Library in downtown Phoenix opened a “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit through the month of April to bring awareness to sexual assault victims. “What Were You Wearing?”, a common question asked in response to a sexual assault victim as if clothing is an invitation to touch someone. The exhibit displays an array of outfits worn during the assault with brief descriptions to prove t…