Top 5 resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April

We've looked around the web to bring you some of the top resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April.According to the Rape Abuse Incest National Network (RAINN) someone is sexually assaulted every two minutes in the United States. This annual designation in April helps to raise awareness of sexual violence and support victims.

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When looking at the top resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April one of the first names that comes to mind in RAINN. When victims are in crisis they want a reassuring voice on the other end of the phone. RAINN provides that through the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1.800.656.HOPE.

When it comes to top 5 resources of Sexual Assault Awareness Month the National Sexual Violence Resource Center should rank at or near the top of any list. This year's theme is all about engaging bystanders in sexual violence prevention. Look to their website for a list of daily social media updates that you can use during April. They also have some great event ideas on how to raise awareness in your community.

The National Center for Victims of Crime is another of the top 5 resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. They offer a number of posters and educational resources. These include publications like Rape in America and a number of other publications regarding DNA.

Another site to consider is the Department of Justice: Violence Against Women Office. In addition to educational materials there are links leading to a number of other sites. It is a virtual treasure trove of information.

Of course, when looking at the top 5 resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month we have to put our own state coalition on the list. The Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is our go-to source for information across the State of Tennessee.