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College Students and the Prevalence of Sexual Assault
Despite recent efforts to combat sexual assault on college campuses, the problem continues to persist. According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), approximately 1 in 5 college-aged women survivors have received assistance from a victim services agency. Sexual assault is a serious issue with far-reaching consequences and demands our attention. So why does this problem continue to persist? Let's take a look at some of the reasons why.
Lack of Training for School Staff
School administrators and staff members are often not adequately trained in handling reports of sexual assault. This can lead to survivors feeling like their reports are not taken seriously or being blamed for what happened to them. Moreover, it can also allow perpetrators to slip through the cracks if school staff members are not properly equipped to identify and investigate reports of sexual assault.
Pressure to Protect the School's Reputation
Sadly, many schools prioritize their reputation over the safety of their students. This can lead to administrators sweeping reports of sexual assault under the rug to avoid bad publicity. Even worse, some schools have been known to pressure victims into staying quiet about their experiences to avoid damaging the school's image. This is unacceptable and is one of the main reasons why sexual assault continues to be a problem on college campuses.
Victim-Blaming Attitudes
Unfortunately, victim-blaming attitudes are still all too common when it comes to sexual assault. Survivors are often made to feel like it was their fault or that they could have done something to prevent what happened. This kind of thinking is not only harmful to survivors, but it also serves to perpetuate the cycle of violence by absolving perpetrators of responsibility for their actions.
More Needs to Be Done To Adress the Sexual Assault Problem
Sexual assault is a severe problem. While some progress has been made in recent years through awareness efforts, such as the #metoo movement, much more needs to be done to address this pervasive issue. By increasing training for school staff, holding schools accountable for handling sexual assault reports, and working to change victim-blaming attitudes, we can begin to make headway in the fight against sexual assault on college campuses.
Contact KMD Law For Help
If you or a loved one is a survivor of sexual assault, we are here for you. Our experienced lawyers are ready to protect your rights and hold your perpetrator accountable for their heinous actions. You are not alone, and we believe you. When ready to speak out and share your story, we are here to listen and guide you every step of the way.
Contact us today at (833) 456-3529 for a free and confidential consultation.
