Take a Stand against Sexual Violence Total Pledges 209 It is estimated that as many as 1 in 4 college women will be sexually assaulted during their college years. 10% of all sexual assault survivors are men. Sexual violence is an epidemic that affects us all. The Take a Stand pledge establishes ways in which all members of our community can work towards keeping each other safe, supporting those who have been affected by violence and maintaining a healthy campus environment To end sexual violence, we all need to take a stand and be part of the solution. By taking the pledge you are making a commitment to creating change, in voice and action. Change begins with taking a stand, one person at a time. I pledge that... I will use respectful language and actions when talking about my partner, and when talking about sex and relationships in general. I will respect the boundaries of my partner and will expect my partner to respect me and my boundaries. I understand the importance of gaining meaningful consent before engaging in any sexual activity. I understand that if a person is intoxicated they cannot consent to sexual activity. I will stop conversations that promote a culture of sexual violence. I will help my friends, classmates, and family understand that regardless of what a person wears, how much they flirt, or if they choose to drink, they do not deserve to be sexually assaulted. I will intervene when I see potentially risky situations. I will have the courage to confront my peers when their judgment is impaired. If a friend, classmate or family member tells me they have been sexually assaulted, I will believe them. I will support survivors and help create a survivor supportive environment. By signing below, I agree to this pledge statement.*All fields are required Name*: MU Affiliation*: Select One Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Graduate Student Dental Student Law Student Faculty Staff Other E‑mail Address*:
It is estimated that as many as 1 in 4 college women will be sexually assaulted during their college years. 10% of all sexual assault survivors are men. Sexual violence is an epidemic that affects us all.
The Take a Stand pledge establishes ways in which all members of our community can work towards keeping each other safe, supporting those who have been affected by violence and maintaining a healthy campus environment To end sexual violence, we all need to take a stand and be part of the solution.
By taking the pledge you are making a commitment to creating change, in voice and action. Change begins with taking a stand, one person at a time.
*All fields are required
