Sexual assault is any sexual act, attempt to obtain a sexual act, unwanted sexual comments or advances, or acts to traffic, or otherwise directed, against a person’s sexuality using coercion, by any person regardless of their relationship to the victim, in any setting, including but not limited to home and work.
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Web Resources about Sexual Assault
- 1in6The mission of 1in6 is to help men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences live healthier, happier lives. They also provide information and support resources on the web and in the community.
- Calvin College Safer SpacesSafer Spaces strives to eliminate discrimination and violence based on sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ability and all other protected groups on Calvin’s campus and in the wider Calvin community.
- Domestic and Sexual Abuse Services (DASAS)DASAS is an organization that is dedicated to putting an end to domestic violence and sexual assault in Southwest Michigan.
- Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual ViolenceThis statewide network promotes services and resources available to survivors of domestic and sexual violence, as well as materials for those interested in advocacy and prevention.
- Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)RAINN offers resources for survivors of sexual violence and runs the 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) National Sexual Assault Hotline.
- YWCA - West Central Michigan Sexual Assault ServicesThe YWCA provides a variety of services for survivors of sexual assault, including a 24-Hour confidential crisis line 616-776-RAPE (7273), counseling, and medical examinations.