Today is Sexual Assault Awareness Month Action Day. It has been organized by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center as a day to focus on preventing sexual violence.

Respect Works!

This year, the focus is on sexual violence in the workplace.

Statistics were gathered from 1993-1999 on sexual violence in the workplace. During these years, over 36,000 women were raped or sexually assaulted while on the job. Workplace sexual violence is not uncommon and should be stopped.

If you are an employer, take action. The following url will give you a list of resources:
http://www.nsvrc.org/saam/current-campaign/wpsv-resource-list#websites

If you are a victim know that you do not deserve to be abused. You are not responsible for the behavior. It's ok to speak out. The RAINN National Sexual Violence Hotline is 1.800.656.HOPE Call them. They'll be glad to help you find a way through.

For more information on sexual assault awareness contact the National Sexual Violence Resource Center. Their url is http://www.nsvrc.org/