RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) operates the National Sexual Assault Hotlines, providing a lifeline to those who have been affected by sexual violence. Since 1994, RAINN has provided free, confidential, help 24/7 to over 1.4 million people through the telephone hotline (800.656.HOPE) and the Online Hotline available at online.rainn.org. In addition to directly supporting survivors, RAINN has led national efforts in the fight against sexual violence in the U.S. by educating the public about prevention and recovery, and championing national efforts to improve services to victims.
What Is RAINN Day?
RAINN Day is RAINN’s annual campaign to raise awareness and fight against sexual violence on college campuses. Each year, RAINN Day reaches over 1,000,000 students in all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, and Canada with information on how to reduce the risk of sexual violence and what to do if they or a friend have been assaulted. Students and volunteers raise awareness through educational events, volunteer drives, speakers, petitions, posters, and passing out RAINN Day cards and other handouts.
Sisters Striving for Excellence, Inc. has partnered with RAINN to promote the public awareness of the issue to Savannah State University. We will be hosting a Speak Out along with the viewing of a short film. Be sure to join us and support the cause.
Have you or someone you know been sexually assaulted? You are not alone! Join the fight against sexual violence by participating in RAINN Day 2011!
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