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What is Sexual Assault?

Sexual assault or sexual violence is any unwanted, forced, or threatening sexual act or behavior. Assault can take many forms (physical, verbal, visual, etc.) and is rooted in power and control.

Sexual Assault

Sexual assault can happen to you regardless of your gender, race, age, class, or sexual orientation. No one is entitled to another person’s body, even if the person is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Sexual assault varies, it can include:

  • Rape or forced sexual intercourse
  • Date rape
  • Marital rape
  • Attempted rape
  • Forced kissing
  • Groping
  • Harassment
  • Molestation
  • Incest
  • Child sexual abuse
  • Sexual exploitation
  • Sexual violence
  • Unwanted sexual contact or exposure
  • Abusing power for sexual acts

If You Think You Need a Medical Exam

If you have been physically hurt, injured or raped and need medical attention or choose to have a medical exam, please click here.

Get the Help You Are Looking For

There are many options for help, and it is up to you to decide. Day One will help support you in your decisions. Speak with an advocate from Day One today. Call 1.866.223.1111.