Latest News | June 22, 2016
Twenty Minutes of Rape

Judge Perksy imposed a sentence of only six months on Brock Turner—a sentence far less than the six years recommended by prosecutors, and only one-quarter of the normal two-year minimum sentence.

Latest News | June 16, 2016
How Do You Rebuild a Website? RAINN’s Director of Technology Has the Answers.

RAINN’s director of technology, Jeff Senkevich, explains the ins and outs of redesigning the new rainn.org. 

Latest News | May 25, 2016
Hawaii Acts To Protect Children, Test Rape Kits

By passing two anti-sexual violence laws this year, Hawaii is setting an example for state legislators across the nation.

Latest News | April 27, 2016
Bipartisan Group of Senators Renews Call for Campus Reforms

RAINN's vice president for public policy spoke at a Capitol Hill press conference urging swift action on the bipartisan Campus Accountability and Safety Act (CASA), alongside survivor advocates and lawmakers.

Latest News | April 26, 2016
Thousands Seek Help Following Launch of Survivor Series

Following the launch of a new national, multi-network campaign, RAINN's victim service programs have seen a surge in demand. In the month since the release of the RAINN Survivor Series, 17,633 survivors have sought help from RAINN's hotlines. 

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Tips for Interviewing Survivors

As journalists continue to cover stories related to sexual assault or abuse, it can be helpful to have a better understanding of how to interview survivors of these type of crimes.

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