It’s never okay: How to support survivors of sexual violence
Sept. 30, 2015
Did you know approximately 82 per cent of reported sexual assaults are committed by someone known to the survivor? You may have a friend or peer who discloses their experience to you.
We all have a right to study and work in an environment free from sexual violence.
All survivors have a right to
- Be believed
- Be treated with respect
- Be informed
- Be protected
- Be heard
- Be supported
As a support person, you can
- Listen with respect and compassion
- Accept the disclosure as truth
- Don’t judge – validate
View an infographic for support persons.
We also encourage you to visit our website to watch an informative video, see a list of community resources and more.