Stalking is a crime. If you are being stalked, you can report this to your local law enforcement agency. If you wish to make a report of stalking to the criminal or civil justice system, here are steps to take:
Every day, every one of us is bombarded by media images that make girls and women into dolls, toys, trash, and props. Women of color are sometimes portrayed as exotic and animalistic. Staging rape, stalking, and murder scenes are apparently acceptable ways to sell handbags. On top of that, everything is permeated by sex, sex, sex. Ever get fed up? We do, too.
The crisis line is available 24-hours a day and is staffed by professionals, who provide confidential crisis intervention, information and referral services to survivors of sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, sexual harassment and stalking. 24-hours-a-day information and support is also available for the friends, partners, and family members of survivors. SAPAC staff can provide in-person crisis intervention at residence halls, campus offices, hospitals, and police departments. Crisis Line phone: (734) 936-3333.
We have created a collaborative project with the University of Michigan Museum of Art(UMMA) entitled, “Paths to Renewal,” which is a virtual exhibit to commemorate SAPAC's 25th Anniversary at the University of Michigan. Feel free to explore the website and share your thoughts in the comments section.
The Men’s Activism Program is the newest of the three volunteer programs at SAPAC. The group is open to all students, regardless of gender, and is focused on educating men on issues surrounding sexual and relationship violence. The Men’s Activism Program hopes to show men throughout the university that they play an essential role in ending sexual assault. They do so through various innovative means designed to reach a population that is often unaware of the role they could play in fighting against these issues. Some of the events that the MA program is involved in are the
Cyberstalking can be defined as threatening behavior or unwanted advances directed at another using the Internet and other forms of online and computer communications.
Webster’s Dictionary defines recidivism as, “The tendency to relapse into a previous undesirable type of behavior, especially a crime.” One factor that is crucial to consider when making sanctioning decisions is the likelihood that the person will repeat the violation. This section is designed to inform panelists about recidivism and how to assess recidivism likelihood. In addition, this section addresses requirements within Title IX legislation.
On Wednesday, March 7, 2012 David Lisak, Ph.D., was the keynote speaker at the annual Tamara Williams Memorial Lecture. This lecture serves to memorialize Tamara Williams, a University of Michigan student and Family Housing resident who was killed by her boyfriend in 1997. In addition to remembering Tamara's legacy, this lecture raises awareness of the realities of sexual assault and intimate partner violence. Before Dr. Lisak spoke, Robin Wilson, associate professor of Dance at the University of Michigan, shared a dance titled "Shattered Globes" that she choreographed in honor of Tamara.
The Networking, Publicity, and Activism program is responsible for organizing and publicizing some of SAPAC’s biggest events. Our undergraduate and graduate students network with student organizations, table at various events, and work tirelessly to further SAPAC’s causes.
Pure Barre in Ann Arbor prides itself in giving back to the community, and SAPAC was fortunate to be the beneficiary of a donation class held on November 13 at Pure Barre. Members of SAPAC who attended gave the class and environment at Pure Barre great reviews! SAPAC is honored to be a part of generous community support from organizations such as Pure Barre. With Pure Barre’s help, SAPAC is able to celebrate 25 years of teaching, leading, and healing as well as look f
Missed the Teach-In? Watch videos from the Teach-In here!
This September, over 100 university students, faculty and staff attended the Teach-In on Sexual Assault: Tools for Safety, Knowledge for Change. Attendees described the event as informative, practical, interesting and effective.
The purpose of this section is to provide an overview of the scope of the problem of sexual assault and dating and domestic violence on college campuses. It is designed to dispel myths and provide information about the prevalence of these issues so that panelists will be as informed as possible about the reality of these offenses. This section also provides information about the University of Michigan’s Sexual Assault Policy, which can serve as a tool when hearing sexual violence-related cases.
SAPAC professional staff members have chosen to speak out on this matter because believe it is important to share accurate information about pregnancy following sexual assault .
The Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Center (SAPAC) promotes healthy relationships, teaches non- violence and equality, supports survivor healing, and fosters a respectful and safe environment for all members of the University of Michigan community.
SAPAC supports a survivor’s right to choose whether to report a sexual assault. However, a prompt report may strengthen the case for prosecution. With that said, it is never too late to make a report or seek help from other agencies. Learn more about reporting a sexual assault here.
Come support survivors at SAPAC's Speak Out event. Speak Out will take place on Thursday November 8, 7:00-9:00 pm, in the Ballroom of the Michigan Union.
