1. Drill Sergeant/Recruiter Training

2. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-2 Terminal Learning Objective Action Implement the Army’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program Conditions In a classroom environment with access to real-life scenarios and student handouts Standards Complete the lesson on the Army’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Training and achieve a passing score of 80% on a separately administered test. A.Define the Army’s Sexual Assault Policy as it relates to Army Values, Warrior Ethos, and the Soldier’s Creed. B.Determine types of sexual assault, their effects, and victim responses. C.Identify risk factors and techniques used to prevent sexual assault. D.Apply the Drill Sergeant’s or Recruiter’s responsibilities within the Army’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program. E.Identify reporting options, procedures, and the implications of reporting or not reporting sexual assault. F.Identify victims’ rights and resources available to assist them.

3. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-3 Program Purpose Eliminate incidents of sexual assault through a comprehensive program that centers on: Awareness and prevention Training and education Reporting Response Victim advocacy Accountability

4. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-4 Army Policy on Sexual Assault Sexual assault is a criminal offense that has no place in the Army. It degrades mission readiness by devastating the Army’s ability to work effectively as a team…..It is incompatible with the Army Values and is punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and other federal and local civilian laws… The Army will treat all victims of sexual assault with dignity, fairness, and respect. AR 600-20, Paragraph 8-2

5. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-5 Army Policy Applies… Both on and off post During duty and non-duty hours (24/7) To working, living and recreational environments AR 600-20, Paragraph 8-2

6. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-6 Army Values vs. Sexual Assault Army Values L D R S H I P oyalty uty espect elfless Service onor ntegrity ersonal Courage Sexual Assault Is a selfish act Breaks down the ability to work effectively as a team Shows a lack of respect for others Is a criminal offense Is punishable under UCMJ Violates every Army Value

7. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-7 Warrior Ethos vs. Sexual Assault Warrior Ethos I will always place the mission first I will never accept defeat I will never quit I will never leave a fallen comrade Sexual Assault Degrades mission readiness by impacting unit cohesion Is a cowardly act perpetrated by those who have given up on the Army Values Is an act carried out by individual(s) without a moral compass Erodes the bond that makes Soldiers willing to die for one another

8. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-8 Soldier’s Creed vs. Sexual Assault Soldier’s Creed I am a Soldier and a member of a team. I serve the people of the United States and live the Army Values I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my Soldier tasks and drills. I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself I am an expert and I am a professional I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy the enemies of the United States of America in close combat I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life I am an American Soldier Sexual Assault Breaks down the ability to work effectively as a team Represents a lack of discipline Is not a professional behavior Degrades readiness Contradicts American values

9. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-9 Review: Army Sexual Assault Policy In this topic you learned: Sexual assault is a criminal offense that has no place in the Army The sexual assault policy is in effect 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week Sexual assault contradicts Army Values, Warrior Ethos, and the Soldier’s Creed

10. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-10 Sexual Assault Defined Sexual assault - intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. Sexual assault can occur without regard to gender, spousal relationship, or age of the victim. Consent - shall not be deemed or construed to mean the failure by the victim to offer physical resistance. Consent is not given when a perpetrator uses force, threat of force, coercion, or when the victim is asleep, incapacitated, or unconscious.

11. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-11 Types of Sexual Assault Rape – Physical force – Constructive force – Date/acquaintance (non-stranger) – Marital (Family Advocacy Program) Nonconsensual sodomy Indecent assault Attempts to commit these acts Carnal knowledge (Family Advocacy Program)

12. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-12 Parties Involved Victim – one who has been sexually assaulted Alleged perpetrator – one who has been accused of committing a crime; subject Perpetrator – one who has committed a crime; offender Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) – “center of gravity” for sexual assault response and coordination Victim Advocate (VA) – appointed by the SARC to assist victims with support, information, and resources

13. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-13 Victim Responses to Being Assaulted Common victim responses Recall the event Clean themselves, repeatedly Destroy evidence Bottom Line: Report to the emergency room in the same clothes and condition in which assaulted

14. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-14 Victim’s Emotional Effects Anxiety Powerlessness Perseverance Disorganization Self-blame Distorted self-image Depression Withdrawal Individual reactions vary widely:

15. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-15 Review: Assault Types and Effects In this topic you learned: Types of sexual assault include rape, nonconsensual sodomy, indecent assault, carnal knowledge, and attempts to commit these acts Sexual assault victims experience trauma both physically and emotionally

16. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-16 Sexual Assault Trends Current sexual assault trend data shows that: The majority of military victims are 20-24 year-old females in ranks PVT-SPC Most military alleged perpetrators are 20-24 year-old males in ranks PVT-SPC Most military sexual assaults occur in Soldier living areas, such as barracks More than half of sexual assault cases involve alcohol use Source: Task Force Report on Sexual Assault Policies, dated 27 May 2004

17. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-17 Assess Risk Factors Assess your unit climate. Do you have: Zero alcohol-related incidents in the unit? (where applicable) Established barracks security measures in place? Adequate supervision for off-duty enlisted Soldiers? Safe environment with open communication between Soldiers and leadership?

18. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-18 Sexual Assault Prevention Messages Rely on your instincts and be watchful Establish and maintain your limits Avoid the use of alcohol and drugs

19. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-19 Teach A.S.A.P. Prevention Method BE Aware Safe Assertive Prepared

20. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-20 Show Respect for Fellow Soldiers Remind Soldiers that “No” means “No” even if the other person: – Says “Yes,” but changes his or her mind – Has been kissing you or "making out" with you – Has had sex with you before – Has been drinking alcohol – Wears provocative clothing Consent must be given before any sexual contact

21. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-21 Review: Risk Factors and Prevention In this topic you learned prevention approaches for your unit including: Avoid alcohol and drugs Rely on instincts and be watchful Establish and maintain limits Remember to be Aware, Safe, Assertive, and Prepared Soldiers always have the right to say “NO!”

22. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-22 Drill Sergeant’s/Recruiter’s Responsibilities (1 of 2 ) Educate your Soldiers on sexual assault, including: The Army policy The actions that will not be tolerated Prevention measures Soldier’s responsibilities towards victims

23. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-23 Drill Sergeant’s/Recruiter’s Responsibilities (2 of 2) Prevent sexual assault incidents: Monitor the unit climate Show support for the policy Explain consequences for perpetrators Provide a role model by living the Army Values

24. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-24 Soldier’s Responsibilities to Victims Listen to the victim and take the allegations seriously Make no judgments about the victim or the alleged perpetrator Encourage the victim to report the crime Support the victim and show respect Get assistance Protect the victim’s confidentiality

25. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-25 Review: Responsibilities In this topic you learned: Drill Sergeants’/Recruiters’ responsibilities to educate their Soldiers and support the Army policy Soldier’s responsibilities towards victims

26. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-26 Report Sexual Assault Immediately Victims – Should report to SARC, VA, healthcare provider, or Chaplain, Witnesses – Should report to the chain of command or law enforcement agency. Report as a friend, acquaintance, family member, or fellow Soldier Commander – Has authority to defer disciplinary action on victims’ “collateral” misconduct

27. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-27 Restricted Reporting Allows a Soldier who is sexually assaulted to disclose the details of his/her assault to specifically identified individuals and receive medical treatment and counseling, without triggering the official investigative process. Report confidentially to: – Victim Advocate (VA) – Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) – Healthcare Provider – Chaplain Note: Reporting sexual assault to any agency or individual not listed above may result in an unrestricted report.

28. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-28 Purpose of Restricted Reporting Empower victims with additional time and increased control Provide senior mission commanders a more accurate picture of the amount of sexual assaults within their command Enhance a commander’s ability to provide an environment which is safe

29. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-29 Unrestricted Reporting Notify one of the following resources to make an unrestricted report: SARC VA Healthcare Provider Chaplain Chain of Command Military Police Criminal Investigation Division Army Community Services (ACS) Staff Judge Advocate Local and State Police 911

30. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-30 Purpose of Unrestricted Reporting Ensure widest range of rights and protections for victim Provide commander support for victim Provide full investigation to hold offender(s) accountable Enhance community and Soldier safety

31. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-31 Consequences of Not Reporting Degrading of unit morale and readiness Inability of Army to provide medical care and counseling Inability of authorities to conduct an investigation Victims do not receive the proper care Inability to discipline perpetrators Possibility that perpetrator may assault others

32. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-32 False Reporting False allegations are a crime under the UCMJ Types of false reporting – False official statement – False swearing

33. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-33 Legal Sanctions Sexual Assault is punishable under UCMJ: Sexual assault includes such offenses as rape, forcible sodomy and indecent assault. Depending upon the offense and the circumstances of the offense, the maximum punishments include death, confinement for life without eligibility for parole, confinement for life with eligibility for parole, confinement for a period of years (for example 5 years), total loss of all pay and allowances, dishonorable discharge (enlisted Soldiers only), bad conduct discharge (enlisted Soldiers only) dismissal from the service (commissioned officers only), and reduction to E-1 (enlisted Soldiers only.)

34. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-34 Review: Reporting Sexual Assault In this topic you learned: Reporting guidelines Information to report Reasons to report Types of reporting: restricted and unrestricted Consequences of not reporting Legal sanctions

35. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-35 Rights of the Victim Victims have the right to Be treated with fairness and respect Be protected Be notified of court proceedings Be present at all court proceedings Opt for Restricted or Unrestricted Reporting (Soldiers only) Seek/obtain Information about the the case Confer with the attorney for the government

36. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-36 Available Resources-Restricted Reporting Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) Victim’s Advocate (VA) Medical Facility (military or local) Unit Chaplain These resources are available to victims for both restricted and unrestricted reporting.

37. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-37 Available Resources-Unrestricted Reporting SARC VA Healthcare provider Chaplain Chain of Command Military Police Criminal Investigation Division (CID) Army Community Services (ACS) Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) Local and State Police 911 Army One Source (AOS)

38. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-38 Review: Victim’s Rights and Resources In this topic you learned: Victim’s rights Resources available to assist the victim: SARC/VA Medical facilities Unit Chaplain Chain of command Military Police Criminal Investigation Division (CID) Army Community Services (ACS) Staff Judge Advocate (SJA) Local or State Police 911 Army One Source (AOS)

39. CJASA103/Nov 05/Slide-39 Terminal Learning Objective Action Implement the Army’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program Conditions In a classroom environment with access to real-life scenarios and student handouts Standards Complete the lesson on the Army’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Training and achieve a passing score of 80% on a separately administered test. A.Define the Army’s Sexual Assault Policy as it relates to Army Values, Warrior Ethos, and the Soldier’s Creed. B.Determine types of sexual assault, their effects, and victim responses. C.Identify risk factors and techniques used to prevent sexual assault. D.Apply the Drill Sergeant’s or Recruiter’s responsibilities within the Army’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program. E.Identify reporting options, procedures, and the implications of reporting or not reporting sexual assault. F.Identify victims’ rights and resources available to assist them.