While events such as Take Back the Night are effective at raising awareness, more transparent policies, prevention education, and accessible resources are crucial to tackling the issue of sexual assault from its core.
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How Frats Get Away with Shit
Walk down Locust and you’re just as likely to see a fraternity house as an academic or cultural building. In fact, 25% of Penn students belong to Greek life. Greek life’s ubiquity continues to be a point of contention even after its tumultuous and problematic history.
Sexual Violence Resources in the Philly Community
There are several community-led organizations to support survivors of sexual violence in Philadelphia. No resource is perfect, but this list includes options for mental, emotional, and legal support.
Sexual Violence at Penn
Unfortunately, like most universities, Penn has a poor record of supporting survivors of sexual assault. When individuals do try to hold perpetrators of harm accountable, they are often left retraumatized and unsatisfied.