Sexual assault is not just a woman’s issue, it impacts both men and women. Men and women are both victims of sexual assault. As a man, it is likely that you will know someone who is a survivor of sexual assault – a friend, family member, girlfriend.
Women often turn to male friends for support and understanding after an assault. Your support and understanding can aid their recovery.
Although most survivors are female, approximately 5% of survivors are male. Men are assaulted by other men, and sometimes by women. It is important that male survivors seek services and talk with someone about what has happened. Free and confidential services are available.
For positive change to occur, it is critical for men to become involved as part of the solution, rather than continuing to be viewed as “the problem". Men become a part of the solution by educating themselves on the issue, confronting negative behaviors of friends, and challenging behaviors and attitudes that may lead to sexual assault.
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