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Sexual Assault

What it means, prevention, and help

What is Sexual Assault?

Sexual assault includes any sexual activity involving someone who did not or could not (due to age or incapacitation) give consent. Sexual assault is about power and control. It is a violent assault acted out in a sexual way.

SafePlace uses the term "sexual assault" as an umbrella term for many types of rape, date or acquaintance rape, stranger rape, incest, molestation, child sexual abuse, statutory rape, sexual (or street) harassment, sexual coercion, sexual exploitation, and human trafficking.

Sexual abuse crosses racial, religious, cultural, sexual and gender lines. It impacts children, youth, adults and the elderly throughout our country. Statistics show that three out of four survivors are assaulted by someone they know, an acquaintance, family member, friend, dating partner or spouse. Even worse, ninety percent of child sexual abuse is perpetrated by someone the child knows.
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What to do if you've been assaulted

If you're in an emergency situation, call 9-1-1. For assistance and support with medical examinations and appointments, call our 24 Hour HelpLine and ask to be connected with a SARP Advocate. Our Legal Advocates are just a phone call away as well, who can help guide you through the complications of paperwork and court appointments.
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Safeplace is a 501 (c) 3 Non-profit organization, E-ID 91-1153988.


Hours

M-TH:
9am - 12pm 
​1pm-5pm

CLOSED:
Friday-Sunday



24 Hour Helpline

(360) 754-6300
​TTY: 711

office


521 Legion Way SE
​Olympia, WA. 98501

Business line:
​(360) 786-8754
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Mailing Address

PO Box 2002
Olympia, WA 98507

Email

[email protected]

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  • Home
  • Get Help
    • 24 Hour HelpLine
    • SafePlace Shelter (Residential Services)
    • Sexual Assault Response and Prevention
    • Drop-In Advocacy
    • Legal Advocacy
    • Immigration and Safety Planning
    • Housing Program
    • Support Groups
    • Safety Planning
    • SERVICIOS EN ESPAÑOL
    • Client Bill of Rights
  • Donate
    • Wish List and In-Kind Donations
    • Foundation Builders Monthly Giving Club
    • Workplace Giving
    • Path To Healing
    • Planned Giving
    • Donor Privacy Policy
  • Resources
    • Domestic Violence
    • Sexual Assault
    • Signs to watch for
  • Get involved
    • Volunteer Information
    • Rent the East Wing
    • Join Our Board of Directors
  • News and events
    • Training
  • About
    • Our Mission and History
    • Our Impact
    • Board of Directors
    • Supporters
    • FAQ
  • Contact