What we were wearing at the time of our attack was not an invitation for violence Survivors of sexual violence are welcome to become part of this exhibit. Victims of crime are not responsible for crimes committed against them Survivors of rape/sexual assault are often asked, what were you wearing? we need to stop asking this We encourage you to look at these stories and outfits of local survivors to. This sexual assault awareness month, capsea is proud to present our what were you wearing? exhibit, designed to challenge the harmful myth that survivors of sexual assault are to blame
The exhibit features a curated selection of outfits worn by survivors at the time of their assault, accompanied by narratives that debunk this misconception and shed light on the diverse and varied. At the 2024 freethem gala, project mona's house debuted the what were you wearing? exhibit, curated by bella lafreniere x kelly diane galloway Is a visual art exhibit created in 2013 by jen brockman and dr It features representations of clothing worn at the time of sexual assaults, paired with brief survivor narratives The exhibit, which first opened at the university of arkansas in april 2014, was inspired by the poem what i was wearing, written by dr Mary simmerling in 2002 and.
The what were wearing exhibit aims to shatter the myth that sexual assault can be attributed to a person's choice in wardrobe The theme together we act, united we change highlights the importance of working together to address and prevent sexual abuse, assault, and harassment This campaign focuses on enhancing public understanding of sexual violence, amplifying the voices of underserved communities, and empowering collective action to promote health equity. Sexual assault awareness month (saam) is an annual campaign to raise public awareness about sexual assault and educate communities and individuals on how to prevent sexual violence.
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