Join @elguante as he shares tips, tricks, and advice on how to communicate powerful messages 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. April 5 in UC 122. @UCCS_ROC @uccs_mosaic https://t.co/H6EAp6Sqaf
The Memphis riots lasted 3 days in which white policeman & civilians stormed through black neighborhoods, injuring 75 people, killing 46 African Americans, & raping at least 5 black women. Many survivors came forth, but in the end their perpetrators were not punished. #ROC#UCCS
In 8 out of 10 rape cases, the victim knows the perpetrator. Nearly, 6 out of ten sexual assaults occur in the victim's home or the home of a friend, relative, or neighbor. #UCCS#ROC#WomensHistoryMonth
In 1857, women divorcing on the grounds of adultery not only had to prove their husbands had been unfaithful, but also had to prove additional faults, which included cruelty, rape and incest. #ROC#UCCS#WomensHistoryMonth
In 1971, Dorothy Height helped found the National Women's Political Caucus with Gloria Steinem, Betty Friedan & Shirley Chisholm. President Barack Obama called her "the godmother of the Civil Rights Movement". #UCCS#ROC#WomensHistoryMonth
In 2014, Obama launched the "It's on Us " campaign to end sexual assault on campuses and raise awareness. It asks everyone to make a personal commitment to step off the sidelines and be part of the solution to campus sexual assault. #ROC#UCCS#WomensHistoryMonth
Today is the #SAAM Day of Action — your voice has power when you use it to:
✔ End Victim Blaming
✔ Ask for Consent
✔ Respect Boundaries
✔ Believe Survivors!
Andrea Lynn Pino is an American women's rights and civil rights activist, and a blogger for the Huffington Post. Pino is a primary subject in the 2015 documentary film The Hunting Ground, directed by Kirby Dick and produced by Amy Ziering. #UCCS#ROC#WomensHistoryMonth
Access to safe and affordable housing is a major concern for those leaving violent situations. Current fair housing laws help make this access easier. #ROC#UCCS#WomensHistoryMonth
Oprahs family was very poor, & she was teased at school for wearing dresses made of potato sacks. She openly discussed her childhood sexual abuse suffered at the hands of male relatives. Now Oprah Winfrey is the first black woman billionaire. #UCCS#ROC#WomensHistoryMonth
Lots of exciting events coming up this week, #UCCS! Be sure to check out our latest Just Talk event on Wednesday 3/21 - we'll be discussing religious freedom in America.
Degree attainment for women continues to rise. Access to education is an important factor for stopping cycles of violence. #ROC#UCCS#WomensHistoryMonth
Wendy Murphy is the founder and director of Victim Advocacy & Research Group, where she focuses on female survivors. She is a former child abuse & sex crimes prosecutor who has sat on many boards that pertain to crimes of sexual & domestic violence. #UCCS#ROC#WomensHistoryMonth
In 1963, the Equal Pay Act was adopted, but with much backlash & controversy. Women are still effected by the wage-gap in 2018, fear of providing for their family on a low-income is one of many reasons women tolerate violent situations. #ROC#UCCS#WomensHistoryMonth
Don't forget tomorrow is the Just Talk: #MeToo event at UCCS. ROC is partnered with the Kraemer Family @uccslibrary and the Department of Communication. Come join the conversation about this highly publicized topic. #UCCS#ROC#MeToo#WomensHistoryMonth
In the 1900s, more women began to reject the traditional role of housewife & started entering the work force. There was an increased demand for equal rights & opportunities for women. #UCCS#ROC#WomensHistoryMonth
Before 1976, a woman could not legally accuse her husband of rape in the United States. While legal definition of consent has come a long way in the US, there is still work to do. #YESmeansYES#ROC#UCCS#WomensHistoryMonth#consent
During the mid-twenty century, women's rights had progressed. They could now vote & own property. Yet, they still faced many struggles including discrimination, equal access to employment, & fair pay. Friedan worked tirelessly on these fronts. #UCCS#ROC#WomensHistoryMonth
March is Women's History Month. To honor women everywhere and bring attention to continued issues of equality, ROC will be sharing a series of facts. Supporting equality reduces violence. #UCCS#ROC#WomensHistoryMonth
Join ROC, the Kramer Family @uccslibrary, and the Communication department for a conversation about all the sexual misconduct allegations in the media and the #MeToo movement #UCCS#ROC#WomenHistoryMonth