Hotlines | What is Sexual Assault? | Resources
Hotlines
National Sexual Assault Hotline operated by RAINN
To be connected to the rape crisis center nearest to you, dial
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)
1-877-739-3895
What is Sexual Assault?
Sexual assault is any type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient. Falling under the definition of sexual assault are sexual activities as forced sexual intercourse, forcible sodomy, child molestation, incest, fondling, and attempted rape.
Sexual Assault Resources
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
End Violence Against Women International
International Association of Chiefs of Police
National Alliance to End Sexual Violence
National Sexual Violence Resource Center
National Center for Victims of Crime
Rape Abuse Incest National Network
Responding to Campus Sexual Assault