Start by Believing Day is on April 2nd; here is our campaign’s tenth post!
Sexual assault survivors typically reach out to 2-3 people for support, before reporting to law enforcement.
Friends and family play a critical role in determining whether victims will report or access services.
Patterson, D. & Campbell, R. (2010). Why rape survivors participate in the criminal justice system. Journal of Community Psychology, 38, 191-205.
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