Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Week 1
Self Defense Class
Thursday, March 27 | 7:30 to 9:30 pm
Engage with UTSA PD as they teach participants simple self-defense movements and safety tips to keep themselves safer while in the San Antonio Community.
Start By Believing Day and Resource Fair
Take a few minutes to visit PEACE along with campus and community partners at the Start by Believing Day and Resource Fair. Make a pledge that you will “Start by Believing” when a survivor of sexual violence discloses to you. PEACE will be posting pledge cards on a display board to show support to individuals affected by sexual violence. Enjoy yummy treats and swag and learn how you can “Start by Believing”.
Wear Teal on Day of Action
Chances are someone in your life is a survivor of sexual harassment, assault, or abuse, even if they have never shared their story with you. Show your support for survivors of sexual harassment and abuse by wearing teal — the color of sexual violence prevention — and post a selfie to Instagram using #SAAM2025. By wearing teal, you are signaling that you support survivors and are a safe person to talk to if they need to reach out.
Week 2
RAINN Day 2025
PEACE is encouraging our campus to get involved in RAINN Day by hosting their own RAINN Day event on campus. Stop by our display to decorate an umbrella panel with encouraging words for individuals affected by sexual violence in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Check out past decorated umbrellas for inspiration and talk to PEACE staff about becoming more involved in sexual violence issues on campus. Enjoy free giveaways and treats!
White Ribbon Campaign
Tuesday, April 8 | 11:00 am
Make the White Ribbon pledge with UTSA PD to end violence against women by engaging men in the process of personal, relational and social change. Free drinks, snacks and giveaways.
Week 3
What Were You Wearing? Exhibit 2025
Walk on over to the Nest in the H-E-B Student Union to view the What Were You Wearing? Exhibit. When sexual violence occurs, the first question many victims are asked is, “What were you wearing?” This exhibit challenges the myth that sexual violence occurs because of the clothing someone is wearing. Sexual violence can occur no matter what a person is wearing.
Mocktails & Masterpieces
Take a much-needed break and join PEACE and Wellbeing for Mocktails & Masterpieces. Create your own personal art masterpiece that you will take home with you while learning about the importance of sexual violence prevention. Enjoy a fun mocktail and some yummy goodies while you paint! All supplies and food will be provided.
Week 4
Denim Day Jean Decorating
Tuesday, April 22 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Let’s decorate jeans for Denim Day!! Denim Day is always held the last Wednesday in the month of April so join PEACE to decorate jean with supportive messages for individuals affected by sexual violence. All supplies will be provided.
Mental Health Bingo
Wednesday, April 23 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | SU Rowdy Lawn
Wellbeing Services invites you to Mental Health Bingo! This event is an opportunity for you to learn about self-care and taking care of your wellbeing, win fun prizes, drink yummy mocktails, and unwind while you pet therapy dogs. Bring your friends, and we’ll see you there!
Week 5
Denim Day
Wednesday, April 30 | 11:00am to 1:00 pm
Please wear your jeans or denim in honor of survivors of sexual violence on Denim Day, the last Wednesday of April during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Head on over to the SU Rowdy Lawn on Wednesday, April 30 at 11:00 am and take a photo at the Demin Day backdrop, grab some treats, and get your Denim Day swag. Learn about Denim Day and the importance of supporting survivors of sexual violence.
Throughout April
Wellbeing Wednesdays
Join the Wellbeing Services team to learn about the importance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Each week there will be a theme and information relating to SAAM such as Start by Believing, RAINN, Teal Ribbon, and Denim Days. There will be fantastic information and resources as well as giveaways!
Green Dot Bystander Overview
This 90-minute interactive overview introduces the basic elements of Green Dot and the issues of power-based personal violence prevention. Join PEACE over zoom for this engaging training that will help participants recognize behaviors that constitute red dots, reduce the possibility of red dots happening by introducing green dots, the Three D’s of intervening, recognize personal barriers, and learn how to be proactive to establish a culture that is intolerant of violence on campus.
What Were You Wearing Exhibit
Walk on over to the Nest in the H-E-B Student Union to view the What Were You Wearing? Exhibit. When sexual violence occurs, the first question many victims are asked is, “What were you wearing?” This exhibit challenges the myth that sexual violence occurs because of the clothing someone is wearing. Sexual violence can occur no matter what a person is wearing.
