You are not alone.
Sexual assault and sexual harassment can happen to anyone by anyone.
The victim as well as the harasser may be a woman or a man; the victim does not have to be of the opposite sex. Sexual assault and sexual harassment can come from someone you live with, work with or interact with on a frequent basis. Those committing assaults and harassment are usually not strangers. Victims are not only the person who has been harassed but could also anyone affected by the offensive conduct.
While you can never completely protect yourself from sexual assault or sexual harassment, there are some things you can do to help reduce your risk of being assaulted.
It is important to remember that while we can take steps to minimize risk, the only person to blame when sexual violence occurs is the perpetrator.
If you have been the victim of a sexual assault
If immediate emergency assistance is needed, call your country's emergency number (if recommended by your program manager). This should be listed on your MISTI Emergency Info Card.