Rape is a serious crime and a form of sexual violence that occurs when sexual intercourse or penetration takes place without a person's consent . Key points regarding consent include:
Survivor Stories and Awareness Campaigns: Amplifying Voices, Breaking Stigmas
1. Introduction
Statistics are necessary for policy, but stories are necessary for empathy. When a survivor shares their experience, they perform a radical act of reclamation. Trauma often strips an individual of their voice and agency; telling the story puts the power back in their hands. Breaking the Stigma