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RAINN Supports HHS Action on Non-Consensual Pelvic Exams in America’s Teaching Hospitals

NEWS RELEASE RAINN Supports HHS Action on Non-Consensual Pelvic Exams in America’s Teaching Hospitals ...

Apr 25, 2024

Brittany’s Volunteer Story: “I’m Just There To Be a Good Listener”

Brittany H. has volunteered for RAINN for 8 years. Here’s what she’s learned about supporting sexual violence survivors.

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Apr 25, 2024

RAINN Statement on NY Court’s Overturning of Weinstein’s Felony Conviction

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Apr 01, 2024

RAINN Calls on Mississippi to Make Reporting Sex Crimes Safe When Substances Have Been Used

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What is Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM)

Para leer en Español, haga clic aquí. While the internet is indispensable to our lives, it does have a dark side: pictures and videos that capture the sexual abuse of children are more common, and easier to access, than ever. Why is it called child sexual abuse material instead of child pornography?

Surviving Sexual Abuse by a Family Member

What is sexual abuse by a family member? Much of the sexual abuse of children is committed by a family member of the victim; this is sometimes referred to as incest. Family members aren’t always related by blood — they can also include others in a household, such as an adopted sibling. Sexual abuse...

RAINN Statement on NFL’s 11 Week Suspension of Deshaun Watson

Washington, D.C. - RAINN released the following statement after the NFL announced Deshaun Watson’s eleven-game suspension following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct by Watson: “Deshaun Watson had a chance to show he could change, and he immediately blew it. His comments to the media make...

RAINN Statement on NFL’s Decision to Appeal Watson’s Six-Game Suspension

Washington, D.C. - RAINN released the following statement after the NFL announced it will appeal Deshaun Watson’s six-game suspension following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct by Watson:

How Safe Helpline Can Support Civilian Sexual Assault Service Providers

The Department of Defense (DoD) Safe Helpline is the Department’s sole crisis support service specially designed for members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Safe Helpline is secure, confidential, anonymous, and available 24/7, worldwide. The Safe Helpline staff provides live, one-...

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