Sexual assault is any unwanted act of a sexual nature imposed by one person upon another, including rape and any other non-consentual fondling or touching. Statistics show that nearly all sexual assaults are committed by men against women or children. A small percentage of sexual assault victims are adult male. Sexual assault is, unfortunately, a much to frequent part of women's lives. Conservative statistics document that 1 in 4 Canadian women will be sexually assaulted at some point in their lives.
Sexual assault is an act of violence , control and domination.
Sexual assault is not confined to one area of the community, it can be found in all communities. A victim is not responsible for being sexually assaulted, regardless of the circumstances, how they reacted, or whether they resisted. The abuser is responsible. Sexual assault is a crime of violence NOT a crime of passion. Some men hear the word 'No' as an invitation to use force.