Hotlines | What is Sexual Assault? | Resources
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (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
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.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Violence Against Women Online Resources
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
Beatrice Hanson |
Acting Director |
Office on Violence Against Women |
145 N St., NE, Suite 10W.121 Washington, D.C. 20530 202-307-6026 Fax: 202-305-2589 |