Maryland National Guard Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SAPR) Program

06/13/2021

06/13/2021

Art therapy has enormous healing potential. In fact, for people with PTSD, working with an art therapist has been a lifesaver.

06/08/2021

Everyone's healing journey is different. Bloom your own way 💙

Call us if you need support along your journey: 1-800-871-7741.

06/07/2021

Military courts couldn't pursue the case but Virginia got a conviction.

05/31/2021

By now, most people know that trauma can cause a lot of disruption in our lives. No matter how old we are, trauma stays lodged in the body and nervous system and creates subtle signs that we may not…

05/15/2021

I told my friends this was going to happen. Hope no one got yanked today!!

05/07/2021

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/06/993957643/bill-to-combat-s*xual-assault-in-military-finally-has-votes-to-pass-senators-say?utm_term=nprnews&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=npr&fbclid=IwAR1dGDKluN8mFXNE7sHaOb2Fmmnitfm4Cq3baS6c-N6Gd_EURn5Z37eDjIw

The bill, long-championed by New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, would dramatically reshape how the military addresses assault cases by removing them from the chain of command.

04/28/2021

If you see harassment happening online, there are lots of ways you can step in.

04/24/2021

Comic for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Do women have struggles when it comes to reporting? Absolutely, but no where near the stigma that male victims face.

Men and women should be treated with the same support and understanding when they come forward. There should absolutely NOT be a double standard.

https://1in6.org/get-information/the-1-in-6-statistic/
(for male victims this is an excellent resource for those struggling, also has a 24/7 chat line)

https://www.rainn.org
(Partners with 1in6)

04/23/2021

This page provides an overview of information that may be helpful for men in the DoD community who have been s*xually assaulted. If we haven't covered a concern or questions you have, you can talk to a trained Safe Helpline staff member online or by phone at 877-995-5247. You may also connect with o...

04/21/2021

R**e jokes are always harmful — including those made in online spaces.

TikTok users have been making videos warning people about an alleged "national day" of r**e and s*xual assault.

04/13/2021

In the first episode of this series, you'll learn some of the common ways men express trauma, .

04/12/2021

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month — join us all month long in showing support for survivors and uplifting ways we can prevent s*xual violence before it happens.

04/06/2021

Today is the Sexual Assault Awareness Month Day of Action — a time to join together in showing support for survivors and in uplifting ways we can prevent s*xual violence before it happens.

04/02/2021

At RAINN, we’re dedicated to supporting survivors of s*xual violence every day of the year—but each April for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month ( ) we do a little something different. ⁠
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During SAAPM, we ask individuals and communities across the country to engage with this issue by learning more about s*xual violence, sharing information, bringing together our community, volunteering, and donating. ⁠
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We have everything you need to advocate for survivors this SAAPM on our website—information, planning tips, social media posts and graphics. Check it out here: rainn.org/SAAPM
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Together, we can support survivors and change the way our communities respond to s*xual violence. How are you supporting survivors this month?

03/09/2021

Welcome to CATCH! The CATCH Program gives people making a Restricted Report an opportunity to anonymously disclose suspect information to help the Department of Defense identify serial offenders. CATCH allows s*xual assault victims (Service members and adult dependents) to discover if the suspect in...

03/07/2021

April 2021 marks twenty years of SAAM — a campaign that shines a light on the issues of s*xual harassment, assault, and abuse and focuses on solutions to ending these types of violence.

02/26/2021

I would love to hear your thoughts and ideas on how to fix our training, please reach and let me know!!

A panel of experts are hearing pitches from soldiers on how to improve the Army's Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention program.

02/23/2021

It's far more pervasive than we think.

02/22/2021

Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month is in April. The Army Resilience Directorate has outreach, awareness, and information materials available for print or download to use during your installation’s observance. Register for a free account on ARD’s products on demand site to download the materials. https://marcomcentral.app.pti.com/Ironmark/ARDMaterials/

12/21/2020

For 20 years, I lived with the repercussions of the s*xual assaults I endured in the Navy as a 17-year-old. My first year in the Navy, I was repeatedly beaten and r**ed by a group of my fellow sailors. I reported the assaults over and over, and each time the authorities who should have protected me, dismissed me and treated me like a liar. They never stopped the assaults.

The abuse haunted me for 20 years, hurting every aspect of my life—my family, my career, and my sobriety.

In 2009 it became too much to bear, and I attempted su***de. That was my wake-up call—in therapy I realized that I couldn’t stay silent about what happened to me, and I couldn’t sit by as it happened to other survivors.

Today, I share my story to show survivors they aren’t alone – that they deserve healing and justice. I’m asking for your help. Together, with End Violence Against Women International, we can ensure no more survivors have to endure what I did when they reach out for help.

When survivors know we are here for them, they won’t suffer alone. When they know we have their backs, they won’t have to wait 20 years to find help—they can begin healing immediately.

Finding my voice saved my life.

By supporting EVAWI, you can help other survivors find theirs.

-Heath Phillips, Survivor

https://evawintl.org/donate-now/

12/14/2020

With the release of the Fort Hood Independent Committee report, many s*xual harassment and assault survivors are being triggered and experiencing setbacks in their recovery process. You are worthy of a safe environment. You are not alone. We are here to support you and want you to know that we believe you.

Please reach out to a friend, a battle buddy, the DoD Sexual Assault hotline, or someone you trust.

If you’ve been s*xually harassed or s*xually assaulted, anonymous help is available. Contact the DoD Safe Helpline for support.
877-995-5247. The DOD Safe Helpline is available 24/7, 365.

12/09/2020

Sexual trauma can happen in many ways, and it doesn't always involve physical force.

12/06/2020

Whether you’re a survivor or someone who knows one.

10/01/2020

Guidance for parents on talking to teens about consent while on lockdown. Hint: Use French fries as an example.

09/25/2020

Whether someone you love has disclosed to you already, or you just want to be prepared for the moment someone does, taking the time to proactively learn how to support a survivor as they disclose can make all the difference. Learn more at RAINN.org/TALK

09/16/2020

09/03/2020

This blog provides a historical look at the uses of research on adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and how it sparked new research on resilience and protective factors for youth. 

08/25/2020

There are times when military survivors of s*xual assault can find it difficult to reach out for support, especially when concerned about retaliation or reprisal. In fact, nearly 60 percent of survivors who come to the Safe Helpline have not yet reported their assault to military authorities.

With completely anonymous and confidential services operating 24/7/365, survivors trust Safe Helpline is a safe place to disclose what happened to them, ask questions, and discuss their options. To read some of the inspiring messages shared by those who have accessed Safe Helpline services, check out our Safe Helpline Hope Board. SafeHelpline.org/HOPE-Board
There are times when military survivors of s*xual assault can find it difficult to reach out for support, especially when concerned about retaliation or reprisal. In fact, nearly 60 percent of survivors who come to the Safe Helpline have not yet reported their assault to military authorities.

With completely anonymous and confidential services operating 24/7/365, survivors trust Safe Helpline is a safe place to disclose what happened to them, ask questions, and discuss their options. To read some of the inspiring messages shared by those who have accessed Safe Helpline services, check out our Safe Helpline Hope Board. SafeHelpline.org/HOPE-Board

08/22/2020

From unexplained migraines to random pain and fatigue, PTSD can hurt physically.

08/14/2020

Creepy requests for one-to-one video calls are only the tip of the iceberg.