Understanding Victim Advocacy Advocacy is a term and process taken from the legal model. It is defined as “one who pleads the cause for another,” as in individual advocacy, or…
Is sexual assault a mandatory report to law enforcement? There is often confusion about whether medical providers have to report sexual assault to law enforcement when a survivor seeks medical…
Who pays for the Medical Forensic Exam? One of the concerns many survivors have about seeking medical care is the cost of doing so. It is important you understand the…
What is a Medical Forensic Exam? Moving Away From “Rape Kits” While “rape kit” is often heard in the media and on television crime shows, this term is not trauma-informed…
What are a Sexual Assault Survivor’s Reporting Options? In the state of Colorado, survivors of sexual assault have a variety of reporting options. Colorado recognizes that sometimes, survivors need time…
For Mental Health Professionals Mental health professionals provide critical care and support to survivors of sexual violence through all stages of their healing journey. The information provided here is designed…
