Sexual Assault Help Center

08/28/2026

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08/27/2026

My Body Safety Rules. Check out the books that support body safety rules:My Body! What I say Goes!, Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent & Respect, No Means No!, Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept!, Body Safety Education, www.e2epublishing.info Our advocates are always available at : 1-800-884-SAHC

08/26/2026

Preventing s*xual violence is everyone's responsibility. It can be as easy as being a trusted adult, creating safe spaces, or supporting local agencies like us. Want to know some other ways you can help? Reach out to our office: 304-234-1783.

08/25/2026

National Kiss and Make Up Day can be harmful since it can make people feel pressured to reconnect with toxic or unhealthy individuals with whom they have since cut off contact. Even though the holiday is there to promote forgiveness, forcing a reconciliation in unsafe or emotionally damaging situations is counterproductive.

Forced reconciliation can be harmful if it invalidates your boundaries and enables abusive patterns. Toxic individuals often use forced apologies to resume harmful behaviors. It can also ignore systemic issues, since true reconciliation requires changed behavior rather than a quick "make-up" gesture. It can also cause emotional regression, since reopening contact can undo months or years of personal healing.

Some healthier ways to celebrate the holiday are by forgiving from afar; you can always choose to let go of anger internally without ever contacting the person. Make sure to prioritize self-protection by keeping your distance; this is a valid, healthy choice for your well-being. You can also reframe the holiday by seeing it as a day to appreciate and strengthen your healthy, supportive relationships instead.

08/24/2026

Title IX is federal legislation from the US Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights. It prohibits discrimination on the basis of s*x and gender in education programs, including athletic programs or activities that receive federal funding. Under Title IX, discrimination on the basis of s*x or gender can include s*xual harassment and interpersonal violence including: stalking, relationship violence, and s*xual violence. Want more info on Title IX or how to contact your school's Title IX Coordinator? Call our Campus advocate at 304-234-1783 x108.

08/21/2026

Sexual misconduct is everyone's issue. 90% of all s*xual assaults on campuses involve alcohol or drugs. 80% of people who are s*xually assaulted know their assailant. Past consent does not mean present or future consent. Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Sexual assault and relationship violence are about power and control. Did you or someone you know experience s*xual violence? Reach out today and speak to one of our advocates: 1-800-884-SAHC

08/21/2026

The Library experienced some flooding with yesterday's rain. Self Defense is postponed. We hope everyone is alright and any damage is minimal!

08/20/2026

What is CLEAR? Coaching Leadership & Respect (CLEAR), equips college coaches to teach their male athletes about healthy masculinity, positive mental health, and safe relationships through 12 short weekly discussions. SAHC is there to guide coaches every step of the way during CLEAR. If you have questions or need support, reach out to us! Our 24/7 hotline is 1-800-884-7242.

08/19/2026

SAHC, as an organization, is here to empower, inspire, and engage the communities that we serve.

Our vision is one of a world where s*xual violence cannot exist, and SAHC's mission is to ignite social change to end s*xual violence, stalking, and human trafficking. We seek to create pathways to healing for those with lived experiences and cultivate an inclusive community through prevention education and equitable public policies.

Take a pledge to help stop s*xual violence by recognizing the harmful social norms and potential warning signs through It's On Us. https://itsonus.org/campus-organizing/pledge/

SAHC also provides a free 24-hour hotline to anyone who needs support. Feel free to reach out to an advocate at 1.800.884.7242, or check out our website here: https://www.s*xualassaulthelpcenter.com/.

08/18/2026

Ask your child:
“Who are 3 adults you can talk to if you feel unsafe, scared, or uncomfortable?”

Helping children identify trusted adults builds support networks before problems happen.
1-800-884-SAHC