Talking Points
most rapists are people you know
Nearly 90 percent ofrapes are committed by someone known to the victim, including ex-husbands, boyfriends, other relatives, or acquaintances. Someone you assume to be a “safe” companion may not be. Just because you know your assailant, however, doesn’t mean you could have prevented the assault or that you are to be blamed for it.
no matter what, without consent, it’s rape
Your sexual history doesn’t matter. Your sexual orientation or preference doesn’t matter. Your past sexual involvement with your assailant doesn’t matter. The only thing that matters is your consent.
No matter what, if one person has sex with another—without his/her consent—it is rape.
it’s never too late to begin to heal
No matter if it’s been days or decades since you were sexually assaulted, it’s never too late to begin to heal. Take the first step. Tell someone who can help you recover.
