Articles tagged as: sexual assault
December 14, 2021
Long-time local public servant will lead the way in tackling a serious problem in the state
Beth White was recently appointed as president and CEO of the Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking.
Read MoreOctober 26, 2021
New season of ‘Sick’ podcast investigates death and sexual abuse inside Indiana Women’s Prison
Stories from incarcerated women in Indiana Women’s Prison show instances of lack of crucial medical care and sexual assault. That's what a new season from Sick podcast found after a year-long investigation.
Read MoreMarch 5, 2020
Advocates, Lawmakers Rally For Consent Study Committee, Sexual Assault Awareness
Rally organizers say because Indiana does not have a law defining consent, sex without consent is not a crime unless there is force, threat of force, or incapacitation.
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2019
New Campaign Aims To Strengthen Laws, Protect Hoosiers From Sexual Assault
One in five women in Indiana report having been sexually assaulted. The new campaign will use cultural efforts, including readings and exhibits.
Read MoreSeptember 21, 2018
How To Talk To Young People About The Kavanaugh Story
In the age of #MeToo, experts say parents are the primary educators about consent, and the current debate offers a teachable moment.
Read MoreJuly 5, 2018
Indiana Social Worker Recognized With National Award
Purdue University's Kimber Nicoletti-Martinez was recognized for developing a statewide program to prevent sexual violence in under-served and marginalized communities with an emphasis including farm workers.
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2018
Sexual Assault Training Sessions Focus On How DJs Can Help
The training, geared towards performers, covers everything from the definitions of sexual assault, to the best way to react when witnessing those situations.
Read MoreDecember 1, 2017
Audit Shows More Than 2,500 Sexual Assault Kits Untested
Sen. Michael Crider (R-Greenfield) led an audit that shows close to half of 5,300 kits went unprocessed for reasons that remain unclear.
Read MoreJune 28, 2016
IU, Delta Tau Delta Sued For Negligence In Enochs Rape Case
Court documents say both organizations knew about underage drinking and sexual assault at university fraternities but did not prevent them from occurring.
Read MoreJune 8, 2016
What Can Indiana Do To Prevent Sexual Assault?
The state's new Sexual Violence Primary Prevention Plan focuses on stopping rape before it happens.
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