Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Lux Resources is a North Carolina-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that supports survivors of sexual violence through providing legal resources. Survivors can access resources and legal aid for free on our website, www.luxresources.org.

Please see the following trigger warning: This episode discusses common experiences of sexual violence. Please take care of yourself when listening.

See the description below for more detailed information.

Episode description

This episode discusses the meaning and history behind Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Common scenarios of sexual violence are discussed – these may be particularly triggering for some listeners. The episode wraps up by talking about Chanel Miller, author of the book Know My Name, and ways to participate in SAAM.

Call to Action

National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673

Find information about events in April on our website: www.luxresources.org 

References

https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/saam/saam-2023-theme-announcement 

https://sayfty.com/rape/

The Reality of Loss, by Joanne Sullivan

https://www.methodist.edu/life-at-mu/student-affairs-office/sexual-violence/get-info/scenarios/

https://info.umkc.edu/title9/does-this-count-sexual-assault-scenarios/

Know My Name, by Chanel Miller

www.luxresources.org

Email: info@luxresources.org

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