With the current conversation our society is having about sexual assault and sexual harassment, many people are becoming more aware of the dangers and the repercussions of sexual misconduct and crimes. If you are the survivor of a sexual assault, you have the right to seek support from all sources,…
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Support for Sexual Assault Survivors in Hollywood and Florida
Despite many efforts, sexual assault and sexual violence remains a serious problem in Florida, with about one in six women in Florida having been raped in their lifetime and 20.4% of Florida men suffering a form of sexual abuse other than rape. If you are the survivor of sexual violence…
Preventing Senior Sexual Abuse
When we speak about sexual abuse in Hollywood and Florida, we often focus on protecting vulnerable younger people. However, there is also another vulnerable population who may be targeted by predators: the elderly. Senior sexual abuse is a devastating problem and it is far more prevalent than many people realize.…
Dating Safety Tips
At this time of year, many people are focusing on romance and dating. There lots of ways to meet new people to date, and one of the most common ones involves online dating and blind dates. If you’re meeting someone new for the first time, there are several dating tips…
Changing Our Society to Put a Stop to Sexual Assault
Unfortunately, sexual assault on Miami campuses and in homes and public places all across Florida is all too common. According to the CDC, one in five men and one in two women will experience some type of sexual violence during their lifetime. April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month…
Dorm Room and College Safety for Students: Are Colleges Doing Enough?
Now that students are back in class and settled into their school years, it’s time to focus on safety. In Gainesville, University of Florida students are concerned following attacks on four female students earlier this school year. Students living on-campus and off-campus are being told to be more aware of…