Sexual Assault and Rape

According to the Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), there are approximately 463,634 American victims (age 12 or older) of rape and sexual assault yearly. Young people, ages 12-34 are at the highest risk for rape and sexual assault, and 1 out of every 6 women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in their lifetime (14.8% completed, 2.8% attempted). Approximately 70% of rape or sexual assault victims experience moderate to severe distress after an incident, a larger percentage than any other violent crime.

If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, please call your local rape crisis center. View a listing of Alabama rape crisis centers.

Alabama Coalition Against Rape

The Alabama Coalition Against Rape (ACAR), is a statewide non-profit agency that provides training, advocacy, support, and resources for survivors, families, and agencies or organizations.

Alabama Coalition Against Rape
7003 Fulton Ct.
Montgomery, Alabama 36117
Phone: (334) 264-0123
Toll Free: 1-800-656-HOPE(4673)
Email ACAR

Publications

• The Sexual Violence Prevention Plan - 2010-2016
• Sexual Violence: Prevention and Recovery (2 MB)

Related Websites

• Faith Trust Institute
• The National Domestic Violence Hotline
• National Sexual Violence Resource Center
• U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women
• VAWnet: National Online Resource Center on Violence Against Women
• Domestic Violence Shelter Locator
• The Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama