Sexual Assault: Media, Culture, & Victim Blaming

"Sexual Assault: Media, Culture, & Victim Blaming" examines the pervasive issue of sexual violence through the lens of societal narratives and cultural influences. This training highlights the complex dynamics of sexual violence, exploring how media and cultural portrayals often reinforce harmful stereotypes and shift blame from perpetrators to victims. Participants will gain insights into the ways these narratives contribute to underreporting, stigmatization, and barriers to justice. The session offers strategies to deconstruct victim-blaming rhetoric, promote survivor-centered advocacy, and foster cultural and systemic changes that uphold accountability and dignity for survivors.