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Suggested Guidelines on Language Use for Sexual Assault
8 Pages
Training/Self-Paced Learning
Suggested Guidelines on Language Use for Sexual Assault
Publication Date: Nov 2022
Developed by EVAWI, this resource for law enforcement provides tips and recommendations for language use when referring to sexual assault crimes, describing sexual acts, referring to the victim and perpetrator, and more. The purpose of the training is to create clarity, not to perpetuate misinformation or contribute to a culture of doubt and victim blame.
Topic(s):
Documentation and Report Writing Investigations TraumaVAWA Crime(s):
Sexual AssaultRole(s):
Investigator/Detective Patrol Officer/DeputyRelated Resources
A SART Coordinator’s Guidebook for Case File Review
6 hours
Publication Date: 2021
This toolkit is a step-by-step guide that leads Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Coordinators through the Sexual Violence Justice Institute's process of reviewing law enforcement case files.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Publication Date: Apr 2023
The theme of Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2023 is “Drawing Connections: Prevention Demands Equity.” This campaign calls on individuals, communities, organizations, and institutions to change ourselves and the systems to build equity and respect.
Sexual Assault on Campus
2 hours
Publication Date: 2022
This free virtual training covers the definitions and dynamics of sexual assaults on campus, identifies common misperceptions, identifies relevant polices, and outlines ways to intervene and examine perpetrator motivation.
