Current Events

We stay informed on current news and developments related to the military and issues surrounding sexual trauma. If any of this content feels triggering or you’d like to explore these topics in a supportive environment, we invite you to join our webinars or group discussions.

Bipartisan bill would let service members sue US military for sexual assault

A bipartisan Senate bill, the Military Sexual Trauma Accountability Act, would allow service members and veterans to pursue civil claims against DoD when government negligence contributes to sexual assault, harassment, or other sexual misconduct.

Preventing Sexual Assault in the Military.

https://www.wiscimil.org/prevent-mil-sexual-assault

Concerns are growing over recent shifts within the United States Department of Defense that may roll back progress on military sexual assault prevention. Key reforms recommended by the 2021 Independent Review Commission on Sexual Assault in the Military face delays and staffing cuts, raising questions about accountability and culture. Read more about what these changes could mean for service members and military readiness.

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