Sexual abuse or assault is when one person uses force, threat of force or coercion to make another person engage in sexual behavior against his or her will.  Assailants commit sexual assault by way of violence, threats, coercion, manipulation, pressure or tricks.  Whatever the circumstances, no one asks or deserves to be sexually assaulted.  Are you a sexual abuse victim?

• Naming the Violence - Sexual Assault is any unwanted, non consensual sexual contact.

• Myths - Myths about rape are widespread. Many are so widely accepted that they are believed to be true, even by victims of sexual assault. The problem with these myths is that they put the blame on the victim. By talking about what these myths are, we can begin to understand the truth about sexual assault.

• Rights of Rape Victims - Every victim of sexual assault have rights

• Questions - Frequently asked questions about sexual assault.

• Reactions - Every person reacts differently after being assaulted, but many survivors experience similar reactions. It is important to know that you are not alone, you are not “going crazy” and the way you feel is not a sign of weakness.

• Care - Take care of yourself.

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