Impact of Cuts on Rape Prevention Initiatives

This chapter examines the recent cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services' rape prevention unit and the subsequent challenges faced by local health services. It delves into the confusion among state workers and non-profits regarding funding uncertainties, highlighting the impact on essential programs addressing gender-based violence. The discussion also emphasizes the significance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the need for community engagement to prevent sexual assault amid federal restructuring.