Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program

Topics Purpose Prevention and Intervention Response and Reporting Options Manager and Supervisor Checklist Discussions

Purpose & Responsibilities Eliminate Sexual Assaults through awareness, training, education, victim advocacy, response, reporting and responsibility. Commanders, Supervisors, and Managers at all levels are responsible for the effective implementation of the SAPR program and policy.

Prevention and Intervention Positive work environment free of discrimination and harassment Prevention of sexual harassment policy training Awareness and response to gender based discrimination and harassment practices Violence in the workplace policy and training requirements

Reporting Options Restricted Report –Victim’s choice –Confidential Sources SARC Victim Advocate Chaplain HCP –Will not trigger a mandatory investigation –Must be in military status –No Commander Actions –Privacy is protected –Receive medical care, counseling, and VA support Unrestricted Report –Victim’s choice –Provide Information Any of the 4 CID Investigation JAG –An investigation is triggered – Actions: Military Protection Order, Separation, Criminal Investigation –Offender held accountable –Receive medical care, counseling, and VA support

Commander’s Sexual Assault Victim Assistance Checklist These actions to be taken in the event of a receiving a report of sexual assault

QUESTIONS? CW3 Heather Ruter /4735

Resources and Contacts DOD SAPR DOD Safe Helpline (24/7): – Web: – Phone: – Text: (US) JFHQ SARC / ALT SARC – Phone: / 4735 – Mobile: / (Emergencies)