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Sexual Abuse: A Cause and a Consequence of Forced Marriage
April 26th, 2024April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, a month honoring survivors and the communities surrounding them with hope, courage, and strength. At the Forced Marriage Initiative, we join these awareness and prevention efforts recognizing that survivors and those at risk of forced marriage are likely to also fear and/or experience rape and sexual assault.
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Understanding the Intersections of Sexual Assault and Immigration Status
April 26th, 2023Over half of women and almost 1 in 3 men have experienced sexual violence during their lifetimes, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Each April, we recognize Sexual Assault […]