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Know the Facts: Sexual Assault is Pervasive
Every 98 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted
The Majority of Sexual Assault Victims are under 30
What was the survivor doing when the crime occurred?
48% were sleeping or performing another activity at home
29% were traveling to/from work or school or to/from running errands
12% were working
7% were attending school
5% other
9 of 10 rape victims are female
1 in 33 men have experienced rape or sexual violence
47% of transgender individuals are sexually assaulted
Native Americans are 2x more likely to be victims
Poverty greatly increases chances of sexual assault
7 out of 10 rapes are committed by someone known to the victim
28% are committed by a stranger
45% are committed by an acquaintance
25% are committed by a current or former spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend
6% are committed by more than one person or the victim cannot remember.
1% are committed by a non-spouse relative
Confidential Resources:
University Counseling Center:
574-631-7336
Rainn 24/7 Hotline: 800-656-4673
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center:
574-335-5000 (24/7 S.A.N.E Nurse)
Non-Confidential Resources:
ND Title IX Coordinator: 574-631-7728
Sponsored by Women's Legal Forum