25 Years Stronger: Looking Back, Moving Forward
For 25 years, Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) has united survivors, advocates, and communities in the shared commitment to end sexual assault, abuse, and harassment. This milestone is both a celebration of progress and a call to keep moving forward.
The theme “25 Years Stronger: Looking Back, Moving Forward” honors the history and growth of the movement while reaffirming our commitment to a safer future for all. Looking back, we remember the survivors and advocates who laid the foundation for change. Moving forward, we renew our focus on prevention, healing, and action.
As we celebrate 25 years of SAAM, we recognize how far we’ve come and the work still ahead. Together, we can continue to shift culture, strengthen prevention, and create a world free from sexual violence.
By standing in solidarity, we can build a future free from sexual violence and create a world where everyone is safe, valued, and respected.
To support this year’s theme, we invite you to watch the SAAM 2026 Preview Webinar, which offers an overview of the 25th-anniversary focus, resources, and ways communities can engage throughout April.