Why Do Men Sexually Assault Women?
Addressing the complex and systemic issue of sexual assault toward women requires a deep and nuanced understanding of the perpetrating behaviors and societal Factors that contribute to this insidious and pervasive problem.
**Denial and Blame-Gaming**
Many people, predominantly men, often respond defensively and blame the victim with phrases like "she dresses too provocatively" "she was asking for it" or "she liked it". This denial-driven rhetoric not only trivialized the issue but also fails to address the root issues that contribute to sexualized violence.
It's Not 'Her-Fault:**
- Contrary to popular belief that victims are somehow responsible
- 75% victims of sexual assault are unknown to the perpetrator
- (Source:National Sexual Violence Resource Center)*
- It ain’t about the clothes and it ain’t about alcohol:
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Rapist culture perpetuates a society
That Normalizes Sexualized Violence Towards Women
- Victim-blaming and shaming
- Gender Biases and stereotypes*
- Lack of accountability/ Consequences for perpetrators***
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This myth perpetuaties that sexual assault has
A Biological-Curiosity that Needs Satisfying
- It'_s Not an Excuse nor Justification
- Assumptions about Human psychology are misguided
- More accurate explanation: Social constructs
- (Source RAINN.org)* # Rape culture # sexual health
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Internalized Gender-Objectification and Victim-Blaming-Rhetoric shape their perceptions
- Intimidation and Power Structures
- **Social and Racial Stereotypes
- Economic-Demographic Factors *
- Media Representation in Pop Culture
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(Source: Sexual Violence in the United STATES Report, 201-)
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Some individuals are more likely-to engage in sexualized criminal activity because they:
Do Not Fear Consequences & Are
Likelier to Perpetuating Offenders *
Legal and Social Responses
- Padded Sentences and Rehabilitation Protocols *
- The impact on victims is minimal compared to the severity
In conclusion
why men sexually assault women may not be a simple definitive answer
but addressing socio-cultural systemic factors is The most crucial step
To Break the Cycle in Ending Rape Culture
Rape culture is not excusable, it’s changeable.
It’s every person’s responsibility to ensure justice, accountability, equal representation and social change. End Sexual Assault
