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Rape Awareness

Awareness and education are the most effective and meaningful ways to prevent

rape. The number of forcible rapes will decrease only when women realize that

rape can happen to them and when men understand what constitutes rape. The

assailant may view the lack of awareness on the part of the victim as inviting,

coercive behavior. (Only two out of ten rapes are reported).

We want to establish a complete and meaningful rape awareness program by

utilizing female officers; caring for rape victims; providing counseling services for

victims; providing additional training for investigators; emphasizing community

involvement through the Campus Watch, providing escorts; and offering

guidelines for self-protection.

Remember - in the following safety guidelines, the main emphasis is focused on

the concept of "divert and flee," and stressing the importance of common sense.