• DVSAS
• About Us
  • Who We Are
  • History
• DVSAS Services
  • Available Services
  • Education and Training
    • Education: Businesses and Organizations
    • Education: Schools and Youth Groups
• Information and Resources
  • What is Domestic Violence?
    • What is Domestic Violence?
    • Facts and Statistics
    • Power and Control Wheel
    • Myth and Facts: Dating Violence
    • How to Help a Friend
    • How DVSAS Can Help
  • What is Sexual Assault?
    • What is Sexual Assault?
    • FAQs About Sexual Assault
    • Facts and Statistics
    • Washington State Rape Laws
    • Reactions to Sexual Assault
    • How DVSAS Can Help
  • Cell Phone Program
• Community Resources
  • Shelter
  • Health
  • Parenting/Teens/Children
  • Utility/Food/Rent Assistance
  • Sexual Assault Resources
• How to Volunteer
• News And Events
• Donate Today
• Wish List
• Employment
• Contact Us

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month!

04.01.2010 | Posted By: Jenn Mason | Back to News

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)!  The history of  SAAM stems from the early 1970s, when survivors of sexual violence came together and began to speak out against the atrocities they suffered. They held rallies and public speak-outs, and as a result created a movement to end sexual violence.

DVSAS is hosting several community events during SAAM.  Download the Sexual Assault Awareness Month calendar and find out where and when to be!

 

Events Information

Friday/Saturday, April 2-3: Improvathon at the Upfront Theatre.  Help DVSAS win a benefit show at the Upfront Theatre by going  to any show during the Improvathon and signing-in for DVSAS at the door.  The nonprofit with the most logged attendee hours wins! 

 

Friday, April 16: Victim's Rights March.  More details to be announced. 

 

Saturday, April 17: Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Men's March.  This march, hosted by Western Men Against Violence, asks men to literally walk one mile in women's high-heeled shoes to bring attention to something that can be difficult to talk about: violence against women.  11am, WWU-Red Square and ends at Boundary Bay for a post-march party!

 

Friday, April 23: Whatcom County’s Fifth Annual Denim Day. In 1999, the Italian Supreme Court overturned a rape conviction because the victim was wearing jeans. The Justices stated that since removing jeans "...is impossible if the victim is struggling with all her might," the victim must have assisted the attacker in removing her jeans, which they felt implied consent.  Denim Day began as a heated response to this verdict. However, it has now evolved into an internationally celebrated day to show your support for ending sexual violence, honoring survivors and raising awareness of the issue.  Participate by wearing jeans to work/school!

 

Sunday, April 25: The documentary, Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes,  will be shown at the Wild Buffalo.  This film goes beyond the glitz of hip-hop to explore gender roles in hip-hop and rap music through the lens of filmmaker Byron Hurt, a former college quarterback-turned-activist. Great film!  8pm, Wild Buffalo.

 

Friday, April 30: Victory Over Violence Luncheon.   This inspiring luncheon celebrate survivors' victories over violence and supports the essential crisis intervention and prevention education services provided by DVSAS.  This year, we are pleased to host Lane Judson as the keynote speaker.  Lane Judson’s daughter, Crystal Brame, was killed in a domestic violence murder-suicide in 2003 by her husband, the police chief of the Tacoma Police Department.  11:30am-1:15pm, Northwood Hall.  Free, donations requested during event.

DVSAS : About Us : News And Events : Cell Phone Program : Community Resources

© DVSAS. All Rights Reserved