With the overturn of Weinstein’s conviction, it sends a message to all survivors: that what happened to you doesn’t matter. We call bullsh*t. Perpetrators, like Weinstein and many, many others—high profile or not— should be held accountable for their actions. Survivors’ wounds should not be reopened and put at risk for re-traumatization.
To all survivors out there, what happened to you is not your fault. You are NOT alone. We believe you. Period.
Anyone who needs immediate support, please call any of the following 24/7 hotlines:
@ndvhofficial: 800-799-7233
@rainn: 800-656–HOPE (4673)
@988lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255) or dial 988
#BelieveSurvivors #EndRapeOnCampus #EROC #CenteringTheMargins #SAAM #SAAM24 #EndRapeCulture
With the overturn of Weinstein’s conviction, it sends a message to all survivors: that what happened to you doesn’t matter. We call bullsh*t. Perpetrators, like Weinstein and many, many others—high profile or not— should be held accountable for their actions. Survivors’ wounds should not be reopened and put at risk for re-traumatization.
To all survivors out there, what happened to you is not your fault. You are NOT alone. We believe you. Period.
Anyone who needs immediate support, please call any of the following 24/7 hotlines:
@ndvhofficial: 800-799-7233
@rainn: 800-656–HOPE (4673)
@988lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255) or dial 988
#BelieveSurvivors #EndRapeOnCampus #EROC #CenteringTheMargins #SAAM #SAAM24 #EndRapeCulture
👖📚 Today, our CEO, Kenyora Parham, MSW, (@herstoryk) spoke with @stanford’s class, “One in Five: The Law, Policy, and Politics of Campus Sexual Assault”, on #DenimDay. She delved into EROC’s impactful work, the Centering the Margins framework, and our Campus Accountability Map & Tool.
Thank you, Professor Burgart, for the invitation, and the community you have built with and for these students to learn from and engage with survivors advocates. ♥️
If you’d like to have EROC speak on your campus in the Fall, check out our Speaker Series program:
👉🏾 EndRapeOnCampus.org/speaker-series
#DenimDay #EROC #EndCampusRape #CenteringTheMargins #CampusAccountability
👖📚 Today, our CEO, Kenyora Parham, MSW, (@herstoryk) spoke with @stanford’s class, “One in Five: The Law, Policy, and Politics of Campus Sexual Assault”, on #DenimDay. She delved into EROC’s impactful work, the Centering the Margins framework, and our Campus Accountability Map & Tool.
Thank you, Professor Burgart, for the invitation, and the community you have built with and for these students to learn from and engage with survivors advocates. ♥️
If you’d like to have EROC speak on your campus in the Fall, check out our Speaker Series program:
👉🏾 EndRapeOnCampus.org/speaker-series
#DenimDay #EROC #EndCampusRape #CenteringTheMargins #CampusAccountability
👖What is Denim Day? 👖
The Denim Day story begins in Italy in 1992, when an 18-year-old girl was raped by the 45-year-old driving instructor who was taking her to her very first driving lesson. He took her to an isolated road, pulled her out of the car, removed her jeans and forcefully raped her.
She reports the rape and the perpetrator is arrested and prosecuted. He is then convicted of rape and sentenced to jail. Years later, he appealed the conviction claiming that they had consensual sex.
The Italian Supreme Court overturned the conviction and the perpetrator was released. A statement from the Court argued that because the victim was wearing very tight jeans, she had to help him remove them, and by removing the jeans it was not rape but consensual sex. This became known throughout Italy as the “jeans alibi.”
Enraged by the verdict, the women in the Italian Parliament launched a protest wearing jeans on the steps of the Supreme Court. This protest was picked up by international media which inspired the California Senate and Assembly to do the same on the steps of the Capitol in Sacramento.
Patti Occhiuzzo Giggans, Executive Director of Peace Over Violence, saw this in the media and thought everyone should be wearing jeans to protest all of the myths about why women and girls are raped. Denim Day in LA was born. The first #DenimDay in LA event was held in April of 1999, and has continued annually since.
It’s not because of what you wear. There is no excuse and never an invitation to rape. Wear your denim 👖 proudly in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence. Don’t forget to tag @endrapeoncampus!
Source: DenimDayInfo.org
#DenimDay #BelieveSurvivors #EndRapeOnCampus #EROC #SupportSurvivors #CenteringTheMargins #DenimDay24 #DenimDay2024
👖What is Denim Day? 👖
The Denim Day story begins in Italy in 1992, when an 18-year-old girl was raped by the 45-year-old driving instructor who was taking her to her very first driving lesson. He took her to an isolated road, pulled her out of the car, removed her jeans and forcefully raped her.
She reports the rape and the perpetrator is arrested and prosecuted. He is then convicted of rape and sentenced to jail. Years later, he appealed the conviction claiming that they had consensual sex.
The Italian Supreme Court overturned the conviction and the perpetrator was released. A statement from the Court argued that because the victim was wearing very tight jeans, she had to help him remove them, and by removing the jeans it was not rape but consensual sex. This became known throughout Italy as the “jeans alibi.”
Enraged by the verdict, the women in the Italian Parliament launched a protest wearing jeans on the steps of the Supreme Court. This protest was picked up by international media which inspired the California Senate and Assembly to do the same on the steps of the Capitol in Sacramento.
Patti Occhiuzzo Giggans, Executive Director of Peace Over Violence, saw this in the media and thought everyone should be wearing jeans to protest all of the myths about why women and girls are raped. Denim Day in LA was born. The first #DenimDay in LA event was held in April of 1999, and has continued annually since.
It’s not because of what you wear. There is no excuse and never an invitation to rape. Wear your denim 👖 proudly in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence. Don’t forget to tag @endrapeoncampus!
Source: DenimDayInfo.org
#DenimDay #BelieveSurvivors #EndRapeOnCampus #EROC #SupportSurvivors #CenteringTheMargins #DenimDay24 #DenimDay2024
📢 Join us for a critical conversation! 📢
The Department of Education has finalized new Title IX regulations, and it’s time to discuss what they mean for students, survivors, and their communities.
🗓️ Mark your calendars for May 2nd, 4-5:30 pm ET, for a virtual town hall hosted by us and our partners at @CleryCenter and @ItsOnUs.
RSVP → bit.ly/TIXTH24
#TitleIX #TownHall #EndRapeOnCampus #CleryCenter #ItsOnUs
📢 Join us for a critical conversation! 📢
The Department of Education has finalized new Title IX regulations, and it’s time to discuss what they mean for students, survivors, and their communities.
🗓️ Mark your calendars for May 2nd, 4-5:30 pm ET, for a virtual town hall hosted by us and our partners at @CleryCenter and @ItsOnUs.
RSVP → bit.ly/TIXTH24
#TitleIX #TownHall #EndRapeOnCampus #CleryCenter #ItsOnUs
From our Chief Executive Officer, Kenyora Parham, MSW (@herstoryk):
“Today’s reversal of the Trump/DeVos 2020 Title IX rule marks a historic victory in the fight for student survivors and advocates who have tirelessly championed this cause. End Rape On Campus celebrates this milestone, reflecting a decade of dedication culminating in a safer, more inclusive future for student survivors.
As we embrace this change during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring all students, especially those from marginalized communities, feel seen, supported, protected, and BELIEVED.
Let us move forward with empathy and urgency, recognizing that every student deserves an equitable and violence-free education.“
#TitleIX #EndRapeOnCampus #EROC #CenteringTheMargins #BelieveSurvivors #SupportSurvivors
From our Chief Executive Officer, Kenyora Parham, MSW (@herstoryk):
“Today’s reversal of the Trump/DeVos 2020 Title IX rule marks a historic victory in the fight for student survivors and advocates who have tirelessly championed this cause. End Rape On Campus celebrates this milestone, reflecting a decade of dedication culminating in a safer, more inclusive future for student survivors.
As we embrace this change during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring all students, especially those from marginalized communities, feel seen, supported, protected, and BELIEVED.
Let us move forward with empathy and urgency, recognizing that every student deserves an equitable and violence-free education.“
#TitleIX #EndRapeOnCampus #EROC #CenteringTheMargins #BelieveSurvivors #SupportSurvivors
🚨🚨FINALLY!! 👏🏾
Today, after tireless advocacy from students, advocates, and activists, the @usedgov has officially published the Title IX rules!
We’re diving into the details now and will share more to empower students and survivors about their rights under #TitleIX.
Stay tuned!
#TitleIX #EndRapeOnCampus #EROC #CenteringTheMargins #SAAM
🚨🚨FINALLY!! 👏🏾
Today, after tireless advocacy from students, advocates, and activists, the @usedgov has officially published the Title IX rules!
We’re diving into the details now and will share more to empower students and survivors about their rights under #TitleIX.
Stay tuned!
#TitleIX #EndRapeOnCampus #EROC #CenteringTheMargins #SAAM
Today, our CEO Kenyora Parham (@herstoryk) and @shamuskhan, professor at Princeton University and author of #SexualCitizenship, served as two of several phenomenal speakers at the @phillipsexeter’s inaugural Sexual Assault Awareness Summit during #SAAM.
In their session, they led a conversation about how intersectionality and public health play integral roles as it relates to campus sexual violence. 👏🏾👏🏾
Swipe left for more!
#EndRapeOnCampus #PhillipsExeter #BelieveSurvivors #CenteringTheMargins #SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth #SAAM24
Today, our CEO Kenyora Parham (@herstoryk) and @shamuskhan, professor at Princeton University and author of #SexualCitizenship, served as two of several phenomenal speakers at the @phillipsexeter’s inaugural Sexual Assault Awareness Summit during #SAAM.
In their session, they led a conversation about how intersectionality and public health play integral roles as it relates to campus sexual violence. 👏🏾👏🏾
Swipe left for more!
#EndRapeOnCampus #PhillipsExeter #BelieveSurvivors #CenteringTheMargins #SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth #SAAM24
📢 Important update: The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs’ (OIRA) has concluded its review of #TitleIX, signaling its imminent publication. This brings hope for significant change from the Trump 2020 regulations. We will continue to monitor as these regulations must prioritize student survivor rights and safety.
Our work isn’t over yet.
#EndRapeOnCampus #TitleIX #CampusSafety #JusticeForSurvivors
📢 Important update: The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs’ (OIRA) has concluded its review of #TitleIX, signaling its imminent publication. This brings hope for significant change from the Trump 2020 regulations. We will continue to monitor as these regulations must prioritize student survivor rights and safety.
Our work isn’t over yet.
#EndRapeOnCampus #TitleIX #CampusSafety #JusticeForSurvivors
