Warning: today's episode discusses sexual assault. Please take care and skip this episode if it's not for you today.
We're covering:
- The definition of sexual assault
- Percentage of people who experience sexual assault
- Stigmas and perceptions around sexual assault
- Advice on what topics and lessons can help prevent sexual assault
The research referenced includes:
McLean, Iain A. (2013). The male victim of sexual assault. Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 27(1), 39–46. doi:10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2012.08.006
RAINN Statistics. https://www.rainn.org/statistics
Sexual Assault in Australia, Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. 2020. https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/domestic-violence/sexual-assault-in-australia/contents/summary
The Role of Education in Preventing Sexual Misconduct. Edutopia. 2018. https://www.edutopia.org/article/role-education-preventing-sexual-misconduct
If you need support, here are some resources:
Australia
If you're currently in distress, please contact 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732)
For mental health support, please contact Lifeline (13 11 14)
For counselling, please contact Sexual Assault Counselling Australia (Rape and Domestic Violence Services Australia) (1800 211 028)
USA
Sexual Assault Support Service (1800 697 877)
National Sexual Assault Hotline (search for your centre here: https://centers.rainn.org/?_ga=2.228571422.2014235093.1653352064-582111845.1653218305)
