April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Alaska remains among the worst states in the nation for sex offense crimes. Focusing the conversation on awareness, advocacy and prevention, host Prentiss Pemberton speaks with two organizations that have been working for decades in Alaska to provide support and resources to the women, men and children affected by sexual and domestic violence.
Host: Prentiss Pemberton
Guests:
- Randi Breager, Abused Women’s Aid In Crisis (AWAIC) executive director
- Keeley Olson, STAR-Standing Together Against Rape executive director
Resources:
- Support and Resources for Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
- Sexual assault in Alaska: Fact and resources sheet
- Consent 101: Respect, Boundaries, & Building Trust
- How to Help Someone
The AWAIC 24-hour crisis and support line is 907-272-0100. All STAR services for survivors are free of charge and you can get support with their 24-hour crisis line at 907-276-7273 or call toll-free (statewide) at 800-478-8999. The 24-hour National Sexual Assault Hotline is 1-800-656-4673.
