Many survivors of sexual violence have chosen to publicly share their stories despite the doubt, stigma, and shame heaped upon them — some of them for the first time after years of silence. #MeToo
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You never have to talk about a sexual assault unless it helps. And it’s never OK for someone to pressure you into talking about it if you don’t want to. The decision to call police or file a report is yours to make & not everyone decides reporting their assault is right for them.
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Survivors of sexual assault deserve respect. Survivors also deserve access to the full range of health services and support — including emergency contraception, rape kits, STD testing, PEP, and abortion.
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You can help survivors of sexual assault: Listen. Believe them. Remind them that they’re not alone. Don’t judge or blame them for what happened. Remember that the blame is on the person who commits the assault, and not on the victim.
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Sexual assault is a crime. If you or someone you know has experienced this type of violence, you’re not alone, and help is available. Planned Parenthood health centers serve patients who are survivors of sexual violence every day.
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To all survivors: We believe you. We’re here for you. It’s not your fault.
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What you should have listed first is Abortion. That's all you do for them.
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alphabetical order is for abortion as well
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