Sexual Assault Awareness Month
What is Sexual Assault Awareness Month?
Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an annual university-wide collaboration to raise awareness about sexual violence and educate communities and individuals on how to prevent it. This month of events is devoted to supporting survivors, educating the campus community on sexual violence, and creating a campus culture that is empowered to address sexual violence. Throughout the month, events will take place all over campus covering topics such as survivor support, self-expression, prevention, advocacy and allyship, media representation and influence and creating a culture of positivity.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month is open to all students, staff, and faculty. Regardless of your knowledge base or experience, we encourage you to attend at least one event to learn how you can prevent sexual violence, support the healing process, and advocate for survivors.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month programs, workshops, events, and resources will be offered to:
- Raise awareness about sexual harassment, abuse, and assault
- Educate communities and individuals on how to prevent sexual violence
- Empower all to practice consent in healthy relationships
- Support the healing process
- Raise awareness of the resources and work being done on Ohio State’s campus
When is Sexual Assault Awareness Month?
Sexual Assault Awareness Month is April 1 – April 30.
Check out our past events Here!
Learn More about Sexual Assault Awarness Month
Need Support?
OhioHealth Sexual Assault Response Network of Centeral Ohio (SARNCO) collaborates with The Ohio State University to offer Advocacy Coordinators who support survivors of sexual violence within the campus community.
The Office of Institutional Equity at Ohio State helps the community prevent and address harassment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct. It oversees areas such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), youth programs, and Title IX. As of August 1, 2019, university policies and the Student Code of Conduct were updated to align with this office. Its work supports Ohio State’s Shared Values Initiative, which highlights key aspects of the university’s culture and excellence.
How can I get involved?
Thank you for your interest in participating in Sexual Assault Awareness Month! Pleas email Erica Butler for other ways to get involved.
Other Questions? Contact wellness@osu.edu.