It violates not only the woman's personal integrity, but also her sense of safety and control over her life. Women secretly want to be raped. Most rapes are inter-racial. Rape is a non-violent crime. Forcible rape is increasing in this country, more than any other violent crime.
Rape happens only to young women.
Rape victims range in age from 4 months to 92 years. Rape is an act of force for which all women must be prepared. Women of all ages, socio-economic groups, neighborhoods and lifestyles can be victims. Again, most rapes are planned. Research shows that rapists are looking for available, vulnerable targets - not women who dress in a particular way.