Sexual Assault

Rapes and sexual assaults are a very real crime in the city Davis and on the University campus.

Statistics on sexual assaults and rape at UCD

Statistics on sexual assaults and rape in the city.

The Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Center is a good resource for those who have experienced sexual assaults, rape, and domestic abuse.

Every April is Sexual Assault Awareness month and on campus the Women's Center and the Campus Violence Prevention Program organize actions, forums, speak-outs and a take back the night event.

Film Viewing: “Searching for Angela Shelton”

Tuesday, April 8th, 8pm, Science Lecture Hall 123 or Call to request a viewing of the film to show in your class or campus program

Filmmaker Angela Shelton travels the U.S. meeting other Angela Sheltons in an effort to survey women in America. She discovers that 24 out of the 40 Angela Sheltons she spoke to had been raped, beaten or molested. What started as a survey becomes a journey of self-discovery during which she decides to finally confront her own past and her father - on Father's Day.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month Film Festival

April 14th-16th, 6-8pm, UC Davis LGBT Center

Join us for three nights as we journey through survivors’ experiences of healing, fighting and speaking out. We will be showing documentaries and films addressing sexual assault and its intersections with all forms of oppression. Bring your blankets and pillows. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided.

Women’s Self-Defense Workshop (RAD)

April 14th-17th, 5-8pm (Contact the WRRC for locations and registration 752-3372)

This series of workshops teaches strategies to increase awareness and reduce risk, as well as provide simple self-defense techniques designed for women of all ages, body types and physical abilities. This class will enhance confidence, increase security, and help you to realize your own power.

Airing Out UC Davis's Dirty Laundry

April 16th, 5-8pm @ Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE), 521 Russell Blv. Davis

This project plays on the idea of airing out dirty laundry and works to take the shame out of being a victim by giving survivors the chance to make a T-shirt proclaiming that they have survived a sexual assault and also allowing friends and family to dedicate a shirt for a loved one or friend. Come join Kappa Alpha Theta and Sigma Alpha Epsilon for an evening of music, food, drinks and raising awareness about sexual assault on the UC Davis campus.

Silent Survivor Project

Monday - Friday, April 21sh – 25th, 11am – 1pm., East Quad

“Silent Survivor” is an awareness campaign adapted from a national program that focuses on homicide as a result of domestic violence. Placed on the front of each silhouette is a true story of peoples’ direct and indirect experiences with sexual assault. The concept is simple - let each survivor tell their story in their own unique way.

Denim Day California

Wednesday, April 23rd

Participate in Denim Day California. Denim Day began because of a court decision to overturn a rape conviction because the victim was wearing jeans. The Court stated in its decision that “It is common knowledge...that jeans cannot even be partly removed without the effective help of the person wearing them...and it is impossible if the victim is struggling with all her might.” The judgment sparked a worldwide outcry from those who understand coercion, threats and violence go along with the act of rape.

Candle Light Vigil: “What is done in the dark shall come to light…”

Wednesday, April 30th, 6:30 p.m., Coffee House, front steps

Sexual assault is the most under-reported crime in the world. It is an act of violence that silences its victims; forcing them into darkness. By “Shining the Light on Sexual Assault”, we are removing the power of the darkness of sexual assault and focusing “light” onto this subject so that people can talk about it and hopefully work together to eliminate it.

Women Take Back the Night
Tuesday, May 6th, 6:10 p.m., East Quad

Join in protesting violence against women at the 27th annual UC Davis Women Take Back the Night. This event includes musical performances, a march through the streets of Davis, survivor speak out, free food, poetry and a candlelight vigil.

For more information contact Shauna Stratton @ (530) 754-6389