Rape
The Truth Is...
- Rape can happen to anyone - children, students, wives, mothers, working women, grandmothers, the rich and poor, and boys and men.
- Rape is an act of violence. It is an attempt to control and degrade using sex as a weapon.
- Rapists can be anyone - classmates, co-workers, a neighbor or delivery person, ugly or attractive, outgoing or shy, often a friend or family member.
- Rapists rape again and again until caught.
Use Common Scene
- Be alert! Walk with confidence and purpose.
- Be aware of your surroundings - know who's out there and what's going on.
- Don't let alcohol or other drugs cloud your judgment.
- Trust your instincts. If a situation or place makes you feel uncomfortable or uneasy, don't be afraid to just leave.