1. Sexual Assault Prevention and Response I

2. Parable Act One

4. Overview Prevention Response Sexual Assault Definition
Roles & Relationships
Response
Victim Sensitivity
Reporting

5. What is Sexual Assault USAF Definition
Sexual assault is a crime. Sexual assault is defined as 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 includes rape, nonconsensual sodomy (oral or anal sex), indecent assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling), or attempts to commit these acts. Sexual assault can occur without regard to gender or spousal relationship or age of victim.

6. SEXUAL ASSAULT IS A CRIME.
CONVICTED OFFENDERS MAY GO TO JAIL.

7. Sexual Assault Truths Rape is not only about sex
It is usually committed by an acquaintance
Men do not “have to have” sex
Alcohol is a contributor
Sexual assault is often planned

8. What is Consent? USAF Definition
“Consent” shall not be deemed or construed to mean the failure by the victim to offer physical resistance. Consent is not given when a person uses force, threat of force, coercion or when the victim is asleep, incapacitated, or unconscious.

9. Key Issues in Consent No person can give consent when…
Threats / Violence
Lack of mental or physical faculties
Unconscious / Asleep
Incapacitated
Coercion
Age

10. USAF: Zero Tolerance Sexual Assault is a crime.
It goes against our Core Values.
Air Force Core Values
Integrity First
Service Before Self
Excellence In All We Do

11. Consider who you are now.
Consider who you were in high school and in your life before you came here.
Consider who you are now.
You are now an Airman!

12. USAF Policies on Sexual Assault
Zero tolerance for sexual assault
UCMJ – harsh penalties; including jail time
The perpetrator is to blame
Air Force policy is to support the victim; prosecute the offender
Assault on one Airman is an assault on all Airmen

13. Parable Act Two

15. Characters
Laura
Brandy
Gina
Sharon
Rick
Ben
Jim
Hank

16. Roles Perpetrator – assaults the victim
Facilitator – enables or encourages the perpetrator
Bystander – observes the situation and chooses whether to act (or not)
Victim – assaulted by the perpetrator

17. Avoid Perpetration
Practice “integrity first:” ask for permission and respect the answer
Practice “service before self”
Listen to your partner
Use good judgment when you’re drinking
Know that no one owes you sex

18. Don’t facilitate crime
Live the Air Force Core Values
Help others to live the Core Values
Combat sexist jokes
Support responsible drinking

19. Don’t stand by Live the Air Force Core Values
Help others to live the Core Values
Have the courage to speak up
Protect those at risk
Be a good wingman – Get involved

20. Risk Reduction Strategies
Clearly communicate your boundaries
Assert yourself – don’t be afraid to say: NO!
Be “situation smart”
Use the buddy system
Be careful if drinking alcohol
Trust your instincts

21. USAF Core Values and You
The Air Force stands on its Core Values, and you are the Air Force
Sexual assault is a crime, and the Air Force has no room for criminals
Protect your wingman
Where do your loyalties lie when your wingman does not act with integrity?

22. When we hear there’s been an assault…
Rape is no more falsely reported than any other crime; according to the FBI
(some studies indicate less than 5 percent)
Support the victim
Trust the Air Force to handle it appropriately

23. 1. What do you do?
You and your male friend go for a few drinks on Friday night. Later, you see him offer a drink to a female Airman, who appears drunk. She says, “No thanks.” He persists.

24. 2. What do you do?
At a party, you notice that two women came together and one left the other behind. You overhear a drunk male Airman ask if he can walk her home. You know that they just met.

25. Parable Act Three

27. Parable Act Three Describe what happened.
Which characters contributed to how the events unfolded?
What could the characters have done differently?

28. Message from Former AETC/CC

30. Support the Victim of Sexual Assault
First, address safety and medical needs
Contact the SARC
Listen without judging
Offer to stay with the person
Protect privacy and refrain from gossip

31. Common Victim Concerns
Everyone handles it in their own way
Emotions vary
Victims may not want to tell anyone
May not think of reporting
Worry about career
BE PRESENT AND SUPPORTIVE.

32. Reminders for the Victim
You are not to blame
You are not the only one
You are a survivor
Need to break the chain
The Air Force supports you

33. AF Confidentiality Policy: Restricted Reporting
Victim can report sexual assault without automatic investigation
Confidentiality can remain intact only if reported to the SARC or to a health care provider on the military installation (not if reported through the chain of command)
Encourages victims to come forward for help
Gives victim time, support and increased control over personal information

34. Air Force Policy: Restricted & Unrestricted Reporting
Confidential
Yes (with exceptions) No
Eligibility
Active duty military only
All personnel
Law enforcement investigation
Yes
Command involvement
Medical exam
Forensic exam
Medical services
Available
Counseling services
Victim advocate services

35. Reporting Sexual Assault What to do
If you are in danger, call 911
Preserve evidence - don’t bathe
Get medical attention
Call the SARC; you’ll be assigned a Victim Advocate
Ask for what you need
It’s never too late to report

36. Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and Victim Advocate
SARC addresses immediate and ongoing needs
Victim Advocate (volunteer) provides support to the victim
Confidentiality can remain intact with a SARC and a Victim Advocate

37. Parable Act Four

39. Parable Act Four What is your reaction to this story?
Was there anything that was in conflict with the Air Force Core Values?
What do you think the impact of this assault will be on this team?

40. SUMMARY Prevention Response Sexual Assault Definition
Roles & Relationships
Response
Victim Sensitivity
Reporting