Defining Sexual Assault

• When sex takes place, it must be between two willing partners who clearly give consent.
• If there is physical force or coercion, or a person is unwilling or unable to consent, it is sexual assault.
• Sexual assault can also be in the form of harassment or forcing a person to pose or look at things related to sex.
• Regardless of the relationship between the individuals even if they have had intercourse before sexual assault is a crime.

Staff are available to provide a number of trainings on different sexual assault issues. Click here for a list of available trainings.

Help

• The Victim’s Options
• How to protect yourself

In 2008, the sexual assault program provided services to 467 primary and secondary victims of sexual abuse.