Top US general drops opposition to change in military’s sex assault policy May 3 Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley arrives to the chamber ahead of President Joe Biden speaking to a joint session of Congress on April 28, 2021, in the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington. (Melina Mara/The Washington Post via AP, Pool) WASHINGTON In a potentially significant shift in the debate over combating sexual assault in the military, the nation’s top general says he is dropping his opposition to a proposal to take decisions on sexual assault prosecution out of the hands of commanders.
WSU hosts annual “Take Back the Night” rally Michael Golann/Pipe Dream Photographer About 100 students gathered at the Peace Quad and joined Binghamton University’s Women’s Student Union (WSU) for their annual “Take Back the Night” rally against sexual and interpersonal violence.
Survivor speak out featured CVAC, Family Planning, students
May 3, 2021
On Friday, April 30, around 100 students joined Binghamton University’s Women’s Student Union (WSU) in their annual “Take Back the Night” rally against sexual and interpersonal violence. The group marched around the Brain twice, chanting “Sexual violence has got to go” and holding signs that read “Support survivors” and “You are not alone.”
Natalie Higgins
Columnist
This April marks the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), which raises public awareness about sexual violence and educate communities on how to prevent it. This year, SAAM is celebrating its 20th campaign with the theme “We Can Build” to empower everyone to build safe online spaces now and for future generations.
How we talk about sexual violence matters. Our words shape the world around us. When we reflect on and change how we think and talk about consent and sexual violence, we can create a culture of respect, equality, and safety.
I am proud to be one of the newest Co-Chairs of the Sexual Violence Working Group within the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators, and excited to get to work with Rep. Christina Miniccuci and use our decades of experience as rape crisis counselors to move this work forward. And with our new two-year Legislative Session underway, I wanted to highlight some of the legislation I have introduced.
Louisiana soldiers stand against sexual assault
Posted at 1:06 PM, May 02, 2021
and last updated 2021-05-02 14:13:04-04
By Staff Sgt. Noshoba Davis, 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team
ERBIL AIR BASE, Iraq â The month of April is not only known as the Month of the Military Child, but also Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). Each year the U.S. Army uses the month of April to reemphasize and remind the Army team about ongoing efforts and that sexual assault prevention remains a top priority.
The Louisiana National Guardâs 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Teamâs Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) Cpt. Ashley Williams, hosted multiple events throughout the month of April to bring awareness about sexual assault to Soldiers and Coalition Forces at Erbil Air Base (EAB). These events included a guest speaker, a proclamation signing, and a virtual 5K.
Youngstown Air Reserve Station is wrapping up its recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month after several activities throughout April. ,