The 2012 National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) shows that the number of sexual assaults has remained fairly steady over the last five years.
"Rape doesn’t happen in marriage.” That is what Serena Acker told herself when her husband of a year began frequently demanding sex and forcing himself on her. But she realized, in fact, it does.
Today, MTV and nearly 300 college campuses across the country are participating in RAINN Day 2013 — RAINN’s annual day of action.
By wearing RAINN wristbands during their wedding, the Coles hoped show their support and “encourage others to call for justice for victims of these horrible acts.”
With millions of college students nationwide beginning a new year, the importance of sexual violence education and prevention on campus is top of mind.