El objetivo de este informe es compartir los aspectos destacados de las sesiones de escucha llevadas a cabo por Esperanza United (el centro de recursos latin@ designado de forma federal sobre la violencia de género y proveedor de asistencia técnica para el Programa de Campus de la Oficina sobre la Violencia contra la Mujer del Departamento de Justicia de EE. UU.) en torno a cómo las Instituciones de Servicios a Hispan@s (HSI) abordan y responden a la violencia doméstica, la violencia en el noviazgo, la agresión sexual y el acoso en el campus.
Continue ReadingThe purpose of this report is to share highlights from listening sessions conducted by Esperanza United (the federally designated Latin@ resource center on gender-based violence and a technical assistance provider for the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women Campus Program) around how Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) address and respond to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking on campus. This report also serves as an overview of the definition, designation, Impact, and history of Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs).
Continue ReadingSigns of Stalking Most stalking is done by someone known to the victim, such as a current or former partner. Yet some victims are stalked by complete strangers. Stalking can include a wide array of behaviors: Does someone always seem to be just around the corner when you are going to work, are out with friends, or in your neighborhood? Does someone keep making unwanted phone calls to your home or work? Do you find signs that someone has been in or near your home, your car, or your workplace when you were not there? Are you receiving repeated letters, gifts, cards, social media posts and/or emails even though you told the sender to stop sending them? Has someone tried to get information about you from a third person like a family member, friend, or co-worker? Is someone posting information or spreading rumors about you on the internet, in a public place, or by word of mouth? There is help in your community. READ MORE >>
If you are in immediate danger, CALL 911 Safety Alert: Please try to use a safe computer that someone abusive does not have direct access to, or even remote (hacking) access to, such as a computer in a public library, at a trusted friend’s house, or at an Internet Cafe. Also, traditional “corded” phones are more private than cellular phones or cordless phones. Statistically, one in three girls and one in six boys will be sexually assaulted by the time they reach the age of 18. If someone you know tells you that they have been a victim of sexual assault, it is important that they are listened to and believed. Offering to help them find a safe, confidential counselor who can give them information and options can be the first step to healing. If you are being abused, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) or visit www.ndvh.org If you are a teen being abused call the National Teen Dating Helpline at 1-866-331-9474 or visit www.loveisrespect.org If you have been raped or experienced sexual violence, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673 or visit www.rainn.org PHC Resources We provide a number of resources available to victims of sexual assault. Our Minor Consent Services protects a […]
Whether you work in the field of sexual violence prevention or are just interested in creating healthier communities, here are some key resources that may be helpful. What is Prevention? At its core, prevention is about stopping sexual violence before it even has a chance to happen. These resources can help you become more familiar with prevention and key prevention theories. Primary Prevention Primer (NSVRC, 2016) This short e-learning course introduces users to key prevention theories and contains a quiz to test knowledge. Perfect Shade of Change (NSVRC, 2012) Resources for sexual violence preventionists working to create safe and healthy communities. Sexual Violence Prevention: Beginning the Dialogue (CDC, 2004) This resource discusses sexual violence as a serious public health problem with extensive short- and long-term health consequences. Tools for Change: Primary Prevention v. Awareness/Outreach v. Risk Reduction (TAASA) This resource highlights the differences between prevention, awareness, and risk reduction. Prevention Recipe Card (VA Action Alliance) This resource provides a “recipe” for prevention. Anti-Oppression Sexual violence does not happen in a vacuum. While committing violence is an individual choice, every person is shaped by the society we live in, which influences our attitudes, values, beliefs, and behaviors. Oppression, including racism, sexism, ageism, and classism (among others) […]
The Toolkit for Preventing Interpersonal Violence among Students Studying Abroad is designed to increase the capacity of colleges to prevent interpersonal violence among students who participate in study abroad programs.
Continue ReadingTeen dating violence affects millions of young people in this country every year. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), teen dating violence can include physical violence, sexual violence, psychological aggression, and stalking. This form of intimate partner violence can be perpetrated in person, by technology, or online. The pernicious effects of dating violence can have a lifelong impact on the victim’s health, self-esteem, and ability to form healthy relationships. College administrators and staff have to understand some victims of teen dating violence may bring the trauma of the experience with them to college. Attitudes on appropriate dating and interpersonal relationships are formed early. A 2009 study of sixth graders found that 25 percent believed it was acceptable for a boyfriend to hit his girlfriend. This sobering statistic suggests we must change the narrative and correct this dangerous and destructive way of thinking before young people become hard-wired to believe teen dating violence is acceptable. There are countless studies on the adolescent brain and how young people process information and social dynamics. According to Liz Claiborne, Inc.’s College Dating Violence and Abuse Poll (2011), 70 percent of respondents who experienced teen dating violence viewed their relationships as healthy when […]
Many communities and campuses across the country commemorate the strength and spirit of its Native Americans and their invaluable contributions to the country in November. College campuses often lead the way on celebrating the diversity, endurance, rich histories and stories of the people whose identities and sacrifices are woven into the tapestry of America’s narrative. For our collective memory and safety, it is vital that our institutions of higher learning create a climate where Indigenous traditions and cultures are not lost or diminished. When we honor the legacy of Native Americans, we ensure their resilience is not forgotten. When we honor their legacy, we ensure their safety is prioritize. And when we honor their legacy, we must also remember the role of Indigenous women in the early tribes. Native American women had an equal role beside the men in Native society before Europeans arrived on these shores over 500 years ago. These women also had agency over their own bodies and sexuality. Native American society forbade rape. For instance, the Powhatan tribe banished a man from the tribe for raping a woman. Historians believe European men judged Indigenous women they encountered by Eurocentric Christian values and mores. Native women fought […]
Domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking impact individuals across all races, ethnicities, socio-economic levels, genders, sexual orientation, and levels of education. Therefore, it is important to be aware of the impact on different populations and explore ways to improve prevention and response efforts, while taking into consideration different factors that can impact diverse student populations. Data published by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that one in three (34.4%) Latinas experienced physical violence, sexual violence, and/ or stalking from an intimate partner in their lifetime. The same report indicated that 18.5% of Hispanic men had experienced sexual violence during their lifetime Download Document
Because the youth are the future of our society, we must do what is necessary to ensure that they are not experiencing undue violence in relationships.
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