Sexual Assault Prevention

DHA-IPM 16-004: Interim Procedures Memorandum, Sexual Assault Medical Management with Consideration of Male Service members of the Armed Forces

This Defense Health Agency-Interim Procedures Memorandum (DHA-IPM) establishes a plan to improve medical care response to victims of sexual assault so that victims receive a coordinated, compassionate, and competent approach to address both physical and behavioral healthcare needs within the Military Health System (MHS).

• Identification #: DHA-IPM 16-004
• Date: 12/11/2017
• Type: DHA Interim Procedures Memorandum
• Topics: Sexual Assault Prevention

Protecting our people protects our mission

April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

Raising the voice of the unheard

Studies show that men choose not to report a sexual assault for fear they will face disbelief, victim blaming and reprisal if they choose to report

Air Force canine comforts sexual assault victims

Beginning in the winter of 2016, the golden retriever has already assisted seven victims

Leadership dedicated to eliminating sexual assault

Senior leaders from various commands at Naval Support Activity Bethesda came together and signed a proclamation in support of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

Victim Advocates: Critical members of sexual assault, prevention response

The SAPR team aboard the aircraft carrier USS Eisenhower seeks to prevent and respond to sexual assaults, but also is working to eliminate that crime from the ranks

Faces of Safe Helpline

Sexual assault survivors in the military can find the support they need, when they need it, with DoD Safe Helpline.

DoD Directive 6495.02: Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program Procedures

This directive implements DoD policy and assign responsibilities for the SAPR Program on prevention, response, and oversight to sexual assault.

• Identification #: DoD Directive Number 6495.02
• Date: 7/7/2015
• Type: Instructions
• Topics: Sexual Assault Prevention