University initiatives aim to destigmatize sexual violence, mental health

University initiatives aim to destigmatize sexual violence, mental health

Grand Valley State University’s Center for Health and Well-being is a leading a campus-wide awareness effort to educate the student body on sexual-violence prevention and wellness practices. The Red Zone initiative focuses on a statistically high-risk period of sexual violence that occurs from move-in week through Thanksgiving break, often referred to as the “Red Zone.” According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, more than 50% of c…