Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services

 

22 Upper College Road

Kingston , RI 02881

Phone: 401-874-2097

Fax:401-874-9380

Email: women@etal.uri.edu

Open Hours:Mon - Friday8:30 am to 4:30 pm

 
A division of the Office of Student Life

Facts

  • Sexual Assault (rape) is an act of violence and control using sex as a weapon. It is not motivated by sexual desire, but by the desire to overpower and dominate the victim.

  • The majority of acquaintance rapes are committed against women between the ages of 15 and 24. (U.S. Justice Department)

  • 1 in 12 male students have committed acts that meet the legal definition of rape or attempted rape. (University of Pennsylvania, STARR)

  • Dates and parties are not always safe.

  • Men can be victims of sexual assault. Statistics show that approximately 10% of victims are male.

  • It's OK to say NO without giving an explanation.

  • No one owes sex as payment to anyone else, no matter how expensive the date.

  • Going back to someone's room or apartment does not mean that one plans to engage in sexual activity.

  • No one, male or female, deserves to be raped.

University of Rhode Island
Women's Center
** Related Links
Definitions 
Facts About Sexual Assault
Additional Resources 
Safety Plans
Domestic Violence Information
What To Do If You Or A Friend Are Assaulted
Questions and Answers
Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence
 
 

For more information about this site, contact the URI Women's Center at (401) 874-2097.
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