Sexual Assault Learning Topics - PowerPoint Presentation

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Sexual Assault

Learning Topics

Know its meaning

Examine a few myths and facts

Types of assaultsSome influencing factors Possible outcomesNavy’s policyWhat to do after an assault

Introduction

Sexual assault is one of the most serious & fastest growing violent crimes in the U.S

1 of 6 U.S.

women and 1 of 33 U.S. men have been victims of a completed or attempted rapeThe goal of the Navy is to eliminate sexual assault incidents through awareness & prevention education and to provide the safest possible command environment

Importance

Only

about 16% of rapes are ever reported to the police

There were almost 3000 reported sexual assaults in the military in 2008Managing risk is the key to being safer in everything that you do

Definition

Sexual assault is sexual acts forced or threatened on a person by another. Sexual assault is punishable under the UCMJ and local civilian laws.

Some Myths

vs

Facts

Myth: The rapist is usually a stranger.

Fact:

A large majority of rapists know their victims.

Myth:

A large percentage of reports of sexual assault are false.

Fact:

Less than 5% of alleged rapes are unfounded.

Myth:

Men do not have to be concerned about sexual assault because it affects only women.

Fact:

Men suffer 10% of the sexual assaults treated.

Myth:

Rape can’t happen to me.

Fact:

Rape is the fastest growing reported crime in America.

Myth:

Rape happens only to the young and attractive.

Fact:

Everyone is a potential victim.

Types of Sexual Assault

Rape

Date/acquaintance rape

Marital rapeSodomy (forcible)Indecent assault

Same gender sexual assault

Influencing Factors

The media

Peer pressure

A lack of respect for othersIrresponsible behaviorAlcohol/drug use

False expectations – The “you owe me” attitude

Possible Outcomes

Administrative action

Confinement

Discharge/dismissal

Navy’s Policy

Zero tolerance

Criminal act punishable under UCMJ and civilian law

Victims have access to appropriate assistancePerpetrators

will be prosecuted

to the fullest extent of the law

CO’s of perpetrators shall take appropriate disciplinary and/or administrative action

What to do after an assault

Go to a safe place where a phone is available

Call the local or base police immediately

Do not shower, douche, change clothes, or straighten up the site where you were victimizedGo directly to a hospital/clinic & have the police notified for you

Call a friend, a rape hotline, or the SAPR POC

Conclusion

Understand the definitions of sexual assault

Rape is a crime

Rape is never the victim’s fault

Choosing to have a boyfriend, or close friend, and/or relationship with someone of the opposite sex does not mean they choose to be a victim of sexual assault

All military members should report criminal behavior immediately

Victims do have rights

Military commands want to know if any member’s behavior threatens good order and discipline, and/or prohibits the ability of it’s members to complete the mission

Identify and be able to avoid risky behavior and dangerous situations

Additional Resources

SECNAVINST 1752.4A – Sexual Assault Prevention and Response

OPNAVINST 1752.1B – Sexual Assault Victim Intervention (SAVI) Program

OPNAVINST 5800.11A – Navy’s Victim and Witness Assistance Program

http://www.bupers.navy.mil/pers66/savi.htm

Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime

http://www.otp.usdoj.gov/ovc/

National Sexual Violence Resource Center

http://www.nsvrc.org

Rape and Sexual Assault System (RASAS)