Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Buffs love consent!
That鈥檚 why we are observing Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) by focusing on ways to set boundaries for yourself and respect the boundaries of others.
Join campus departments and student organizations throughout the month of April to learn more about consent, the impact of sexual assault and how to make a difference on campus.
The reality is that most sexual assaults are carried out by people we know: friends, acquaintances, classmates, co-workers, partners, exes, neighbors or someone a person may have met online or at a party. Here are a few things everyone should know about sexual assault.
Sometimes drinking can lead to unintended consequences (like hooking up with a roommate or kissing your ex). Navigating sex can be complicated, especially if alcohol or other drugs are involved. Here are answers to some of the trickier questions around drinking, sex and consent.
Perpetrators often rely on substances (with or without a person鈥檚 knowledge) to commit sexual assault. Here are some things everyone should know about drug-facilitated assault and drink spiking.
Whether you鈥檙e dating, married or just figuring it out, here are a few things to look for when it comes to healthy relationships.
Whether you鈥檙e looking to meet new people, date casually or find a committed relationship, here are some tips to help you have a meaningful dating experience.
OVA provides free and confidential information, consultation, support, advocacy and short-term, trauma-focused counseling services for students, grad students, faculty and staff who have experienced a traumatic, disturbing or life-disruptive event, including, but not limited to, sexual assault, intimate partner abuse and harassment.
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OIEC implements and enforces university policies around sexual assault, intimate partner abuse and stalking, and other forms of sexual misconduct. If you or someone you know at CU has been impacted, reports can be filed online. Anonymous reporting is an option as well.
This online resource outlines options for seeking confidential support, reporting concerns and learning skills for helping others. If something seems off, it probably is鈥攄on't ignore it!
Medical Services provides sexual and reproductive health services, including annual exams, birth control, gynecological services, HPV vaccines, HIV prevention, pregnancy testing, hormone therapy, infection treatment and more.
MESA is a community-based sexual assault resource center providing education and support for survivors throughout 麻豆影院 County. They offer a 24/7 hotline at 303-443-7300.
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CUPD has various ways people can that happen on campus. They also provide a number of services and programs to the campus community to ensure the safety and security of our campus affiliates. CUPD has an embedded victim advocate who can help co-respond with CU police officers to traumatic events, including sexual assault.
The Trevor Project provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ communities. Access 24/7 support by calling 1-866-488-7386. Support is also available through .
RAINN's national 24/7 hotline is to connect you with local resources at 800-656-4673. You can also chat with someone through their .
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This website provides information for survivors, victim advocates, law enforcement, mental health practitioners and medical personnel to help understand the rights and options available to sexual assault survivors in Colorado.
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