Together We Act, United We Change: Honoring Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a vital time for reflection, education, and community action. This year’s theme, “Together We Act, United We Change,” reminds us that preventing sexual violence requires collective responsibility and compassionate allyship. At Oak Creek Relational Counseling Center, we stand with survivors and advocate for safer, more respectful communities.

Sexual assault and abuse affect people across all demographics. Data from the CDC shows that over 53% of women and nearly 30% of men have experienced contact sexual violence. The harm is even more pronounced among marginalized groups—nearly 85% of American Indian and Alaska Native women report experiencing violence, and nearly half of all transgender people have survived sexual assault.

While the statistics are sobering, they also highlight the urgent need for education on consent, healthy communication, and bystander intervention. At Oak Creek, we believe that healing begins with being heard. We encourage our clients and community members to listen to survivors’ stories with empathy, honor their courage, and elevate their voices in conversations about prevention and change.
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We also know that prevention starts early. Whether we’re working with families, couples, or individuals, our therapeutic work includes helping people build awareness, set healthy boundaries, and foster environments rooted in respect and safety.

This April, we invite our community to take action—whether by learning more about trauma-informed care, speaking up when witnessing disrespect, or simply checking in on a friend. Together, we can help create a world where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered.

If you or someone you love is seeking support, we are here for you.

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If you are experiencing an emergency or are in crisis: please call 988, 911 or call Crisis Support Support Services at 1-800-309-2131.

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