Hotlines | What is Sexual Assault? | Resources

Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN)
To be connected to the rape crisis center nearest to you, dial
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)
1-877-739-3895

Sexual assault is any type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient. Falling under the definition of sexual assault are sexual activities as forced sexual intercourse, forcible sodomy, child molestation, incest, fondling, and attempted rape.

National Institute of Justice

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Violence Against Women Online Resources

AEquitas

End Violence Against Women International

International Association of Chiefs of Police

Mending the Sacred Hoop

National Alliance to End Sexual Violence

National Sexual Violence Resource Center

National Center for Victims of Crime

Rape Abuse Incest National Network

Resource Sharing Project

Sisters of Color Ending Sexual Assault

Vision of Hope