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Military sexual trauma (MST), named by the Department of Veteran Affairs, can occur during peacetime, training or war. MST effects both men and women and is often under reported.
“MST includes any sexual activity in which one is involved against one’s will – he or she may have been pressured into sexual activities (for example, with threats of negative consequences for refusing to be sexually cooperative or with implied faster promotions or better treatment in exchange for sex), may have been unable to consent to sexual activities (for example, when intoxicated), or may have been physically forced into sexual activities. Other experiences that fall into the category of MST include unwanted sexual touching or grabbing; threatening, offensive remarks about a person’s body or sexual activities; and/or threatening or unwelcome sexual advances.”
»» US Dept. of Veterans Affairs "Military Sexual Trauma"
Veteran statistics:
- Over 1 in 4 women and 1 in 3 men were assaulted by someone in their chain of command.
- 58% of women and 60% of men who reported a sexual assault face retaliation.
- The majority of victims were harassed by someone in their chain of command.
»» Facts on US Military Sexual Violence
The MSUB Phoenix Center recognizes the different challenges that student veterans may experience. We strive to offer confidential, free, inclusive care, advocacy and support during your time of healing.
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