In this section you can learn about:
The minimum age at which a person is considered to be legally competent to consent to sexual activity. Age of Consent differs by state and country. Click HERE for an Age of Consent chart by state.
When an individual(s) witness an emergency, criminal event or situation that could lead to criminal event and takes initiative to provide assistance to help or stop something bad from happening. This could include calling 911 or Safety & Security for help, getting someone who's had too much to drink home safely, checking in with someone who looks like they're in an uncomfortable or sketchy situation, or even calling speaking up when you hear an inappropriate or sexist comment. For more information on how to intervene in at parties and in situations that involve alcohol sign-up for Green Team training.
Each year Dartmouth's Undergraduate Housing Office reserves a few rooms located around campus for students who need an immediate room to stay in due to an emergency or safety situation. These rooms are kept secret to provide privacy for the student in need. You may contact your Undergraduate Dean, a SAAP Coordinator or Safety & Security to obtain a Dean's Bed.
Also know as Plan B or the "Morning After Pill", EC is a form of contraception to prevent pregnancy after an unprotected sexual encounter. It will not terminate a preexisting pregnancy. Students can obtain Plan B from Dartmouth's Health Services Pharmacy at Dick's House for $29 without a prescription. DA$H cannot be used to purchase products from the pharmacy but the purchase can be put on your student account and will be listed as a 'Pharmacy Charge' on your bill. Plan B is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication that can be purchased at any drug store pharmacy without a prescription by person's 18 or older. For more information about Plan B, click HERE.
The first person a survivor turns to for help after being sexually assaulted or abused. First Responders play a vital role to the survivor's recovery process. Often, the First Responder's initial reactions to the survivor or about the assault determines the survivor's decision whether to seek further resources. Many times First Responders also become Secondary Survivors. If you're interested in scheduling a First Responder training for your department or organization please blitz SAAP.
Green Team is a student-run alcohol harm reduction initiative. Teams of four Green Team members (GTs) monitor the safety of other students from a non-confrontational, peer standpoint at parties where alcohol is present. Click HERE for more information about Green Team.
Also know as Emergency Contraception (EC) or Plan B, 'the Morning After Pill" is a form of contraception to prevent pregnancy after an unprotected sexual encounter. It will not terminate a preexisting pregnancy. Students can obtain Plan B from Dartmouth's Health Services Pharmacy at Dick's House for $29 without a prescription. DA$H cannot be used to purchase products from the pharmacy but the purchase can be put on your student account and will be listed as a 'Pharmacy Charge' on your bill. Plan B is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication that can be purchased at any drug store pharmacy without a prescription by person's 18 or older. For more information about Plan B, click HERE.
A tern used to describe a person who has committed a sexual assault. Other terms include 'Sex Offender,' Perpetrator,' 'Perp' and 'Rapist.'
A tern used to describe a person who has committed a sexual assault. Other terms include 'Offender,' 'Sex Offender,' or 'Rapist.'
Also know as Emergency Contraception (EC) or the "Morning After Pill", Plan B is a form of contraception to prevent pregnancy after an unprotected sexual encounter. It will not terminate a preexisting pregnancy. Students can obtain Plan B from Dartmouth's Health Services Pharmacy at Dick's House for $29 without a prescription. DA$H cannot be used to purchase products from the pharmacy but the purchase can be put on your student account and will be listed as a 'Pharmacy Charge' on your bill. Plan B is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication that can be purchased at any drug store pharmacy without a prescription by person's 18 or older. For more information about Plan B, click HERE.
A tern used to describe a person who has committed a sexual assault. Other terms include 'Offender,' 'Sex Offender,' Perpetrator,' and 'Perp.'
A term used to describe an individual (friend, partner, parent, sibling, advocate, etc.) who has an important person in their life that has experienced intimate partner or sexual violence. While supporting the victim/survivor, secondary survivors tend to take on large amounts of stress and emotional trauma from dealing with the aftermath, even though they did not physically experience the assault/abuse themselves. It can be extremely difficult and emotionally draining to support a friend or loved one through the recovery process.
If you are a secondary survivor there are resources available to support you. Many times secondary survivors feel guilt or shame about not being able to prevent their loved one's assault, many blame themselves. It's NOT your fault! Please consider talking with a SAAP Coordinator, SAPA, Counselor or Undergraduate Dean for support and to talk about your options.
Click HERE for tips on how to support your friend/loved one who was assaulted
Click HERE for tips on how to support your partner who was assaulted
A tern used to describe a person who has committed a sexual assault. Other terms include 'Offender,' Perpetrator,' 'Perp' and 'Rapist.'
A compiled list of sex offenders who have been found guilty by a court of law for committing illegal acts of sexual violence. Every state maintains their own registry that may include the type of offense(s) committed, date of incarceration, current residence, etc. For a list of registries by state click HERE.
Also known as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), is a registered nurse (RN) specially trained in conducting a Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) and collecting forensic evidence following a rape or attempted rape. SANEs should be available to hospitals 24/7 and are trained to collect forensic evidence and be objective in the event they need to testify in court. DHMC has SANEs available in the event of a sexual assault. Victims/survivor can call the hospital ahead of time and ask for one or just show up to the Emergency Room (ER) within 72 of the assault and request a SANE.
Also known as a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE), is a registered nurse (RN) specially trained in conducting a Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) and collecting forensic evidence following a rape or attempted rape. SANEs should be available to hospitals 24/7 and are trained to collect forensic evidence and be objective in the event they need to testify in court. DHMC has SANEs available in the event of a sexual assault. Victims/survivor can call the hospital ahead of time and ask for one or just show up to the Emergency Room (ER) within 72 of the assault and request a SANE.
Also known as Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), STIs are infections that are often passed from an infected person to another during unprotected sexual or intimate contact. Many STIs are asymptomatic (do not show signs or symptoms). Students can get tested for the most common STIs at Dick's House. Many STIs are curable with antibiotics, but if left untreated they can be very dangerous to your health. If you have think you may have been exposed to an STI through an unprotected sexual encounter, you should contact Health Services to schedule an appointment. For more information about STIs click HERE.
An event organized by the SAPAs during Dartmouth's V-Week where Dartmouth students take the stage and share true testimonials of their experiences with sexual assault and intimate partner violence.
A term used interchangeably with victim, to describe an individual who has experienced intimate partner or sexual violence and has 'survived' the assault or abuse. The term survived could mean physically, because s/he is still alive after the assault or mean emotionally/psychologically survived, because the individual has overcome the experience of being a victim. Many individuals who have experienced sexual or intimate partner violence and worked through a personal recovery process consider themselves survivors.
A legal term used to describe the maximum length of time after a criminal event (i.e. sexual assault), that a perpetrator can be charged criminally for committing the assault. The Statute of Limitations differs by crime and state. In New Hampshire, the statute of limitations is six years for aggravated felonious sexual assault and for felonious sexual assault. "Aggravated felonious sexual assault" is sexual penetration under any of 13 circumstances. This includes using or threatening to use physical force or having sex when the victim says "no. " "Felonious sexual contact" is sexual contact during any of the circumstances that apply to aggravated felonious sexual assault or three additional circumstances (N. H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 632-A: 3).
The statute of limitations is one year for sexual assault. "Sexual assault" is sexual contact with anyone age 13 or older under any of the circumstances that apply to aggravated felonious sexual assault (N. H. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 625: 8 and 632-A: 4).
For all the above offenses, the statute of limitations does not run whenever (1) the perpetrator is not in the state or has no reasonably known residence or work in the state or (2) a prosecution based on the same conduct is pending against the perpetrator in New Hampshire. Finally, for victims under age 18, a prosecution can occur at anytime within 22 years of the victim's 18th birthday (N. H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 625: 8). Click HERE for New Hampshire's Criminal Code for Sexual Assault
A term used to describe a report of sexual assault or abuse made to law enforcement that did not result in a criminal charge. Unfounded" does NOT mean false. "Unfounded" reports of sexual assault range by jurisdiction and can include:
1. Incidents that were false (made up or fabricated)
2. Incidents that were unable to be determined as to whether or not they classified as "forcible" or not by the department's categorizing system
3. Incidents that did not have enough physical evidence to conclude a crime was committed
4. Reports that contained inconsistencies
5. Reports that were recanted by the victim because the victim either no longer wanted to participate in the legal process or was being threatened or intimidated to recant.
Do you have a question, comment or concern about relationship or sexual violence that you couldn’t find on this site? Email SAAP to request information on this page, or consult with a SAAP Coordinator, to speak about relationship and sexual violence in more detail.
