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Awareness Tips

• Educate yourself about the realities of sexual assault. Knowledge can be a powerful tool.
• Argue against dangerous gender roles and stereotypes that can lead to and perpetuate sexual violence.
• Trust your instincts. Pay attention and listen to your "inner voice" that tells you when something is wrong or feels unsafe.
• Get involved and participate in the movement against sexual violence on college campuses.
• Know that sexual assault is never the victim's fault regardless of the situation they were in.

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Program

Call (650)725-4211 or email health@stanford.edu

Our mission is to support students and our community at large by helping to create an environment that does not tolerate any form of sexual assault and harassment. Sexual assault is a serious problem for the nation and for our campus. Studies indicate that 15 to 25% of college women (and some college men) have experienced sexual assault or attempted assault at some time in their lives. Sexual violence often has a profound effect on individuals and on the campus community.

Learn more about how to protect yourself and others, and how to create an environment for developing mutually consensual relationships in a safe and supportive community.

Educational Activities

We offer free, informative programs to student residences, community centers and student groups. Student groups also offer outreach programs. Topics include Stanford statistics and policy, prevention strategies for acquaintance and stranger sexual assault, on and off campus resources, and how to help a friend. The presentations are usually 45 minutes long and include time for questions and discussion.

Student Involvement

We actively encourage students to get involved in "Take Back the Night" and other campus events related to ending sexual violence.

Self Defense Programs

Self-defense seminars are taught by volunteer instructors from the Stanford community who receive special self-defense training through the Stanford Martial Arts Program in coordination with Health Promotion Services. These fun and informal seminars cover educational strategies and simple techniques to improve your personal safety. To request a free self-defense seminar, please contact your resident PHE or the SMAP Director at (650)736-7627. Free self-defense seminars are available to all Stanford affiliates. If you are a member of the local community, please contact the YWCA of Silicon Valley for more information on their self-defense courses.

"The Real World: Stanford"

This student-produced theatrical production addresses key health issues and is a major highlight of New Student Orientation.

Individual Consultation

Any student is welcome to meet with the prevention specialist to discuss sexual assault and harassment prevention concerns. In the case of an assault, please directly contact the YWCA Sexual Assault Center at Stanford, (650)725-9955. The prevention specialist is also available to consult with friends of sexual assault survivors who want to offer support.
 

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