MYTH: Sexual assault usually occurs in a dark, isolated location. REALITY: More than half of all sexual assaults take place in the victim's own home, or within 1.6 kilometres of it. Another 20% of sexual assaults happen in the home of a friend, neighbour or relative.    

MYTH: Sexual assault happens because sex-starved men can't control themselves. REALITY: Sexual assault is a devastating weapon used to dominate another person. For the offender, it's all about achieving a feeling of power and control, not about lust or uncontrollable sexual desires. Sexual assault is a brutal crime of violence, yet it's usually committed by... Continue Reading →