Get Informed

Staying safer starts with awareness. Find practical prevention tips, learn to recognize warning signs of sexual violence, and become a stronger advocate.

The more you know about the risks and realities of sexual violence, the better equipped you’ll be to recognize, prevent, and respond to harm when it happens.

Facts & Statistics

Learn the facts about sexual violence in America. Discover key statistics, challenge misconceptions, and find out how—together—we can support survivors.

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Get the Facts About Sexual Violence

What “Counts” As Sexual Violence?

You deserve clarity and support. Learn what sexual violence is, how it can affect you, and why understanding your experience matters for healing.

Get the Facts

Warning Signs To Watch For

Young children, teenagers, and college-age adults face the highest risk of experiencing sexual violence. Learn the warning signs and how to intervene.

Learn the Signs

Prevention

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Strategies To Reduce Risk & Increase Safety

You have the right to feel safe. Explore practical steps that can help you plan ahead, set boundaries, and navigate uncertain situations with confidence.

Reduce Risk

Consent 101

Consent is more than just saying “yes.” It’s about clear communication, mutual respect, and ongoing agreement. Learn what consent looks like in real life.

Understand Consent

For Parents & Caregivers: Protecting & Supporting Kids

Learn six proactive steps you can take to help protect your kids from the risk of sexual abuse—and support them if something happens.

Learn the 6 Steps

For Students: Safer Steps for K-12 & College

Students deserve to feel safe on campus. Learn how to recognize risks, set boundaries, and take steps that support your safety and well-being.

Stay Safer

For Media Professionals

Media Guide: Reporting on Sexual Violence

RAINN’s media guide outlines best practices for journalists and producers covering sexual violence. Ensure accuracy and impact without sacrificing the survivor’s dignity.

Explore the Guide

Best Practices for Interviewing Survivors of Sexual Violence

Learn essential tips for interviewing survivors of sexual violence: building trust, navigating sensitive topics, and upholding ethical reporting standards.

Embrace Best Practices

Responsible Storytelling in Film & Television

Partner with RAINN to responsibly depict sexual violence, provide issue-based media training and audience resources, and get trauma-informed production support and script reviews.

Tell Stories Responsibly

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Whether you’re a survivor yourself or know someone who is, your compassionate support can profoundly impact someone’s healing journey. Here’s how.

Take Action

Show up, speak out, and step in. Learn more about how you can add your voice, fight for justice, and help RAINN move its mission forward for survivors.