Rape myths are damaging and false beliefs about rape and sexual assault that are perpetuated when individuals make judgements about survivors based on these inaccurate beliefs. They are sometimes spread because it is easier for people to believe the survivor must have done something to deserve being raped or sexually assaulted. This belief allows people to feel they are safer because they protect themselves. However, survivors are not to blame for an offender’s behavior. Sexual assault is a crime, and responsibility lies only with the perpetrator.
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Haven FYI – Friday February 6, 2026
There is positive news coming out of Tennessee this month related to domestic violence. While this law is specific to Tennessee, we’re really encouraged to see this kind of progress and what it represents for victims and survivors more broadly. Please take a moment to read the following article from The Guardian, which clearly explains the law and why it matters.
Haven FYI – Friday January 30, 2026
According to SPARC (the Stalking Prevention and Awareness Resource Center), “There is a real and frighteningly significant connection between stalking and intimate partner violence. Stalking often co-occurs with intimate partner violence and can be an indicator of other forms of violence. Stalking can be a way to exert power and control during and/or after an abusive relationship.”
Haven FYI – Friday January 23, 2026
January is Stalking Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on a crime that is often misunderstood, minimized, or hidden in plain sight. Stalking affects millions of people each year and can take many forms—both online and in person—often leaving victims feeling unsafe, isolated, and unheard.
