Rape Awareness

😠😠Rape Awareness😠😠

 
Awareness and education are the most effective and meaningful ways to prevent rape. The number of forcible rapes will decrease only when women realize that rape can happen to them and when men understand what constitutes rape. The assailant may view the lack of awareness on the part of the victim as inviting, coercive behavior. (Only two out of ten rapes are reported).

We want to establish a complete and meaningful rape awareness program by utilizing female officers; caring for rape victims; providing counseling services for victims; providing additional training for investigators; emphasizing community involvement through the Campus Watch, providing escorts; and offering guidelines for self-protection.

Remember - in the following safety guidelines, the main emphasis is focused on the concept of "divert and flee," and stressing the importance of common sense.

Acquaintance Rape
Acquaintance rape is forced sexual intercourse by someone the victim knows. The perpetrator gains the victim's trust, then violates the victim's personal space (i.e. a hand on thigh, a hug, a kiss). If the victim does not react negatively and does not sense potential danger, the victim may be viewed as an "easy" target. The couple end up in a secluded place, usually with loud music and alcohol then the perpetrator rapes the victim. 

Warning Signals

•  Be aware of men who force you to use intoxicating substances.
•  Be aware of men who ignore your requests, and don't listen to you when you talk.
•  Don't trust acquaintances too quickly.
•  ̧As soon as you sense an uncomfortable or dangerous situation, get to a safe place.
  

Preventive Measures

•  Establish good communication in relationships.
• Use alcohol responsibly. Do not leave your drinks unattended.
• Be assertive. Say NO when you mean NO.
• Be aware of your non-verbal signals.
• Respect others' rights. If yours are violated, state your objection. 
• Trust your instincts and look for the warning signals.
• Understand that someone you admire may force you to have sex with him.
• Be prepared to defend yourself.

 

Ways to Avoid Rape in Social Situations

•  Do not accept a ride from someone you have just met, no matter how nice he may seem.
•  Sex-role stereotypes of passivity, submissiveness and coyness are dangerous and can create a climate for sexual aggression.
•  Believe in your right to express your feelings and learn to do so assertively.
•  Introduce the person you are leaving with to a friend.
•  Double date or "Dutch" date.
•  Take an active part in controlling and making decisions during the date. 

Stranger Rape

• Use good security devices on doors and windows.
• Do not open doors to strangers.
• Keep windows covered at night and open during the day.
• If you hear or see something suspicious, call the police immediately. (911) 
• Never disclose personal information about yourself to unknown callers.
• Don’t walk alone; call university police for an escort.
• Never hitchhike.
• Always lock vehicle doors
• Park in well-lighted areas; check inside/under your car when returning.
• Check ID of any repairmen or salesmen; call their company to verify. 

 

Defense Methods
No defense method is guaranteed. Taking action quickly increases your chances of survival. Common sense is valuable. Practice the defensive techniques you choose to use. Anticipate as many scenarios as you can think of. Your action should be decisive and instinctive.

If confronted, make as much noise as possible; scream, shout "fire," etc. Run away, preferably toward people. If you must fight, aim for the face, eyes, throat, or groin. These areas are usually unprotected and will cause immediate disability. Strike with maximum force. Remember your well being depends on your determination. Report all assaults or rapes to the university police. (437-8888 or 911)

 

If You Have Been Raped...

• Get to a safe place.
• Call the police, a friend, or relative for transportation to a hospital.
• Call a rape crisis hotline for support and information.
• Go to a hospital for treatment of external and/or internal injuries, tests for pregnancy, VD and AIDS; evidence collection, and support services.

 

Remember...

• Don't shower, bathe, douche, change clothes, or straighten up the area. You may destroy evidence.
• Reporting to the police is your choice, and we recommend doing so. Ask about victims rights.
• Consider seeing a counselor with special expertise in working with rape survivors. 

What Men Can do About Rape

• Respect the rights of women.
• Offer your acquaintance the opportunity to take control of part of the relationship.
• Stop when a woman says NO. Do not persist and try to talk her into it.
• Communicate with others and let them know your expectations and intentions.
• Do not believe that women "owe" you sex for taking them out.
• Do not condone men who might be talking derogatorily about women and sex.
• Don't make rape jokes. Confront those who do. Rape is a violent crime, and should not be tolerated.
• Help to eliminate the stereotypical attitude that women are sex objects and men have the right to take whatever they please, especially in a dating situation.
• If someone you care for has been raped, be supportive and understanding. If you are confused or upset, seek counseling.
• Let Women Know That You Are Not a Rapist
• When approaching women on the streets keep your hands visible.
• Walk so women have a clear path.
• Confront potential rape scenes. When you see a man verbally hassling a women on the street, stand by to see if she needs help. If a man is hitting or holding a women against her will, act immediately. If you feel confident enough, offer direct aid by speaking out, yelling, or physical intervention. AT LEAST CALL THE POLICE. 

 

TOTAL CASES IN INDIA

 According to the 2019 annual report...........

    National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) - 32033 rape cases were registered across the country or an average of 88 cases daily.       Rajasthan reported the highest number of rapes among Indian states. Other states in the hindi heartland region, across North India, such as Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Chhattisgarh, also have the highest incidence of sexual violence against women.

Registered rape cases (victim/complainant reached police station) in 2019

State/UT	Total rape cases registered(2019)	Adult(18 yrs & above)	Minor(below 18 yrs)	2019 Rape rate(%)(per 1,00,000 pop.)	Annual change in Rape rate (2018-19)	Annual change in absolute no. of rape cases registered(2018-19)
India	32033	27093	4940	4.9	-0.3	-1323
Andhra Pradesh	1086	542	544	4.2	0.5	115
Arunachal Pradesh	63	39	24	8.6	-0.7	-4
Assam	1773	1685	88	10.5	0.6	125
Bihar	730	729	1	1.3	0.2	79
Chhattisgarh	1036	1033	3	7.2	-7.5	-1055
Goa	72	23	49	9.4	1.4	11
Gujarat	528	528	0	1.6	-0.1	-25
Haryana	1480	1472	8	10.9	1.2	184
Himachal Pradesh	359	162	197	10	0.4	15
Jammu and Kashmir	223	212	11	3.5	-1.5	-97
Jharkhand	1416	1228	188	7.7	1.7	326
Karnataka	505	505	0	1.6	0.1	13
Kerala	2023	761	1262	11.1	0.4	78
Madhya Pradesh	2485	2485	0	6.2	-7.6	-2948
Maharashtra	2299	2299	0	3.9	0.2	157
Manipur	36	26	10	2.3	-1.1	-16
Meghalaya	102	82	20	6.3	0.8	15
Mizoram	42	19	23	7.1	-1.4	-8
Nagaland	8	6	2	0.8	-0.2	-2
Odisha	1382	1151	231	6.2	.1	464
Punjab	1002	576	426	7.1	1.2	171
Rajasthan	5997	4684	1313	15.9	4.2	1662
Sikkim	11	11	0	3.5	-1.6	-5
Tamil Nadu	362	353	9	1	0.1	31
Telangana	606	606	0	4.7	1.4	267
Tripura	88	88	0	4.5	-0.5	-9
Uttar Pradesh	3065	2895	270	2.8	-0.9	-881
Uttarakhand	526	342	184	9.6	-0.8	-35
West Bengal	1069	1065	4	2.3	0	0
Andaman and Nicobar Islands	13	5	8	7	-9.1	-17
Chandigarh	112	47	65	20.7	4.6	26
Dadra and Nagar Haveli	0	0	0	0	-3.2	-7
Daman and Diu	4	4	0	3.1	0.7	1
Delhi	1253	1253	0	13.5	0.2	38
Lakshadweep	0	0	0	0	-6.1	-2
Puducherry	10	10	0	1.3	1.3	10

  Incidence of forced marriage and kidnapping of minors (girls) in 2019

State/UT	Kidnapping & Abduction of Women to compel her for marriage (Section. 366 IPC)	Procuration of Minor Girls (Section 366A IPC)
India	15615	3117
Andhra Pradesh	65	48
Arunachal Pradesh	2	6
Assam	466	1415
Bihar	4482	1
Chhattisgarh	420	2
Goa	1	0
Gujarat	555	0
Haryana	178	808
Himachal Pradesh	152	3
Jammu and Kashmir	12	0
Jharkhand	164	302
Karnataka	15	58
Kerala	30	20
Madhya Pradesh	1532	22
Maharashtra	796	30
Manipur	13	36
Meghalaya	1	22
Mizoram	0	0
Nagaland	0	1
Odisha	74	54
Punjab	1188	1
Rajasthan	420	13
Sikkim	0	0
Tamil Nadu	183	99
Telangana	285	74
Tripura	53	10
Uttar Pradesh	4029	0
Uttarakhand	21	0
West Bengal	455	92