In the United States, one in 71 men have experienced rape or attempted rape (Black et al., 2011). Nearly one in five women in the United States have experienced rape or attempted rape some time in their lives (Black et al., 2011). Victims of sexual violence include people of all ages, races, genders, and religions - with and without disabilities. It is a dialogue about desires, needs, and level of comfort with different sexual interactions. What is consent?Ĭonsent must be freely given and informed, and a person can change their mind at any time.Ĭonsent is more than a yes or no. We all play a role in preventing sexual violence and establishing norms of respect, safety, equality, and helping others. Sexual violence is preventable through collaborations of community members at multiple levels of society-in our homes, neighborhoods, schools, faith settings, workplaces, and other settings. Oppression in all of its forms is among the root causes of sexual violence. Social norms that condone violence, use power over others, traditional constructs of masculinity, the subjugation of women, and silence about violence and abuse contribute to the occurrence of sexual violence. 
There is a social context that surrounds sexual violence. Watching someone engage in private acts without their knowledge or permission.Exposing one’s genitals or naked body to other(s) without consent.Sexual assault by a person’s spouse or partner.A person may use force, threats, manipulation, or coercion to commit sexual violence. This includes words and actions of a sexual nature against a person’s will and without their consent.
Sexual violence is any type of unwanted sexual contact. Sexual violence happens in every community and affects people of all genders and ages.
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