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I've heard it a thousand times: Sexism no longer exists in this country.
As a college instructor, I heard it. Talking with other moms at playgroup, I've heard it. At conferences and in meetings and on television and during radio talk shows, I've heard it. It pains me to type the words. Still, I know that many of you will gasp or laugh to read that there are people who believe women no longer face discrimination. I also know that many of you will nod your head in agreement. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (73) | Blog
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RAINN is auctioning a live presentation of Can I Kiss You?, by Mike Domitrz, Executive Director of The Date Safe Project, Inc. As one of the leading authorities, authors and allies on addressing consent, healthy intimacy, and sexual assault awareness, Domitrz will… Read More »
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RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network) is having a fundraiser in D.C., special guest Christina Ricci will be in attendance along with a few members of Congress and others. The event will take place at Navigators Global, 901 7th Street, NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20001. For more… Read More »
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Rape or sexual assaults against college women is a huge problem today. Information from reliable sources have disclosed alarming statistics. One study done by researchers at RTI International, Bowling Green State University, the University of Cincinnati, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill which was released in June, 2009, is of particular concern. The study was funded by a grant from the National Institute of Justice, which is part of the U.S. Department of Justice.
If you are a woman planning to attend college or a parent of a student, you should keep in mind that prevention is number one! Please make sure that you follow the basic self defense or safety tips shown below or if you are a parent, inform your daughter about them. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (23) | Blog
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This is a story from the website www.stopmilitaryrape.org. College tells Disabled Veteran, Dean's List student: Get Treatment or Get Out June 23rd 2009. by Melissa O'Brien Boston: A student veteran going… Read More »
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Date rape, often referred to as acquaintance rape, is and has been
a very serious issue many women have been forced to deal with.
Chances are very high that if you, yourself have not
been victimized, you probably know someone who has. The numbers
don't lie.… Read More »
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The most astonishing statistic from RAINN is that every 2 minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted! Read More »
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I don't know how
I learned to trust the wrong people. Lately it's coming
back to bite me in the keester in many directions. Seems
everyone has an ulterior motive, and hides it well. Taking
someone at their word is to be done with… Read More »
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***FEBRUARY 2-6, 2009 IS NATIONAL TEEN DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND PREVENTION WEEK*** The crime of teen dating violence, including physical, emotional and sexual assault, and harassment via in-person, on-phone, texting, email or Instant Messaging is a cruel reality for many American teenagers--a… Read More »
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According to the
FBI, Alaska's reported forcible rapes per capita were two and a
half times the national average. It also mentioned that Alaska has
been the leading state with this crime statistic for many
years. It is a well-known fact that this country has
a problem… Read More »
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