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RAINN Welcomes Philanthropist and Advocate Marci M. Matthews to Board of Directors

RAINN, the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization, today announced that Marci M. Matthews has joined its board of directors. Matthews, a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and longtime advocate for survivors of sexual violence, brings more than a decade of service and leadership to the role. Matthews is the executive director of the Cynthia Parker Matthews Family Foundation, where she oversees charitable support for children’s health, education, community development, and sexual assault services. She is also the founder…

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Get the Facts About COCSA: Child-on-Child Sexual Abuse

Learn to identify child-on-child sexual abuse (COCSA) and what steps to take if you believe a child has sexually abused another child. 

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Get the Facts About Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault

Learn about drug-facilitated sexual assault: how it’s perpetrated, the common warning signs, and why survivors are never to blame.

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Get the Facts About Incest: Sexual Abuse by a Family Member

Learn what sexual abuse by a family member—also known as incest—looks like, why it’s so harmful, and how survivors can find support and healing.

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Get the Facts About Intimate Partner Sexual Violence

Learn to recognize sexual violence by spouses and romantic partners. Learn the warning signs, plan for escape and safety, and get confidential support. 

Get the Facts About Sexual Abuse by Medical Professionals

Learn to recognize sexual abuse by medical professionals, what you can do to keep yourself safer, and how to report misconduct. 

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What is CSAM?

CSAM (“see-sam”)refers to any visual content—photos, videos, livestreams, or AI-generated images—that shows a child being sexually abused or exploited.

Who Is Victimized by CSAM?

The victims of CSAM are real children. Most are very young kids who deserve safety, dignity, and a future free from the trauma of sexual violence.

How Does CSAM Get Distributed?

Once CSAM is created, it can spread across the internet in seconds. For innocent victims, CSAM can be nearly impossible to track and even harder to erase.