Sexual assault is a crime of violence in which sex is used to overpower and intimidate the victim. It can happen to females or males of any age, race, physical ability, class or family background. Protecting against sexual assault is a serious, practical skill which can be practiced and learned. Anyone can develop skills that may decrease their chances of becoming a victim. Most assault are committed by someone known to the victim.
Most assaults happen in the home of the victim or the assailant, or in an automobile.