April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month! This is a time for advocates, survivors, their loved ones, and the community to come together to talk openly about sexual violence to support survivors, increase knowledge and awareness, and identify strategies and resources to prevent sexual violence.  

Year Round Resources

Victim and Survivor Advocacy

Violence Prevention Education

Join the Center for Health & Well-being throughout April for Wellness Wednesday tabling events in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Each week focuses on practical skills, empowerment, and ways we can create a safer, more respectful campus community. Stop by, learn something new, and grab free resources and giveaways.

Consent is Clear, Ongoing, and Mutual

What does consent actually sound like? Stop by to explore real-life scenarios, practice communication skills, and learn how healthy boundaries support positive relationships. Interactive activities and free giveaways available.

Who: All students

Where: Kirkhof Lobby 

When: 11:00am-1:00pm

In support of victims and survivors of sexual assault, GRFreeEC will be hosting a banner painting.   Come to the Thornapple room and leave your handprint of support.  Banner will be hang in the Kirkhof Lobby for the month of April. 

Who: All Students

Where: Kirkhof 0058

When: 6:30pm-7:30pm

If you’re looking for a calm and relaxing yoga class to wind down in the evening, this class is for you. In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this special candlelight yoga session offers a peaceful, reflective space to center yourself and honor healing and resilience. We will move through a series of postures and flows designed to build strength and flexibility while gently releasing stress, all within a calming, candlelit environment.

Who:  All Students

Where: Dance Studio

When: 8:15pm

FREE!!  Registration is required.  Click here

Join the Grand Valley State University community in recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness Month by wearing teal on April 7. Teal is the national color for SAAM and represents support for survivors and a commitment to building a culture of respect.

Snap a photo in your teal, post it on Instagram and tag CAB @gvsucab and the Center for Health & Well-being @gvsuhealthwellbeing to be entered to win tickets to see BigXthaPlug at the spring concert.

Show your support, spread awareness, and help turn campus teal.

Join the Center for Health & Well-being throughout April for Wellness Wednesday tabling events in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Each week focuses on practical skills, empowerment, and ways we can create a safer, more respectful campus community. Stop by, learn something new, and grab free resources and giveaways.

Strength Through Respect

Let’s expand the conversation about masculinity. This interactive tabling event explores how harmful stereotypes impact campus culture and how men and allies can be part of preventing sexual violence. Learn practical ways to support respect and accountability in your communities.

Who: All Students! 

Where: Kirkhof Lobby

When: 11:00am-1:00pm

If you’re looking for a calm and relaxing yoga class to wind down in the evening, this class is for you. In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this special candlelight yoga session offers a peaceful, reflective space to center yourself and honor healing and resilience. We will move through a series of postures and flows designed to build strength and flexibility while gently releasing stress, all within a calming, candlelit environment.

Who:  All Students

Where: Dance Studio

When: 8:15pm

FREE!!  Registration is required.  Click here

Traditional masculinity can BOX us in. Join us for an engaging workshop where we’ll break down the armor, build meaningful connections, and explore what “being a man” can look like.

All are welcome; content is centered on the experiences of male-identified students

Light refreshments will be provided.

Who: All students 

Where: Kirkhof 2270

When: 1:00pm-3:00pm

INT 100/201 approved

Join the Center for Health & Well-being throughout April for Wellness Wednesday tabling events in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Each week focuses on practical skills, empowerment, and ways we can create a safer, more respectful campus community. Stop by, learn something new, and grab free resources and giveaways.

Not sure what to say if someone shares an experience of sexual assault? Visit this week’s table to learn supportive response skills, test common myths, write a letter of support,  and connect with campus resources. Together, we can build a community that believes and supports survivors.

Who:  All Students!

Where: Kirkhof Lobby

When: 11:00am-1:00pm

Stay Tuned! 

If you’re looking for a calm and relaxing yoga class to wind down in the evening, this class is for you. In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this special candlelight yoga session offers a peaceful, reflective space to center yourself and honor healing and resilience. We will move through a series of postures and flows designed to build strength and flexibility while gently releasing stress, all within a calming, candlelit environment.

Who:  All Students

Where: Dance Studio

When: 8:15pm

FREE!!  Registration is required.  Click here

All are welcome to join us for a meaningful, hands-on gathering in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Sexual violence often exists in silence and in the shadows. During this interactive event, we will come together to shed light, break silence, and stand in solidarity with survivors. Learn more about campus resources and what you can do to prevent sexual assault. Create a candle for yourself, for someone you love, or as a tribute to sexual assault survivors. 

Refreshments and all materials will be provided. 

Who: All Students!

Where: CWGE Lounge  KC 1201

When: 3:00pm-5:00pm

INT 100/201 Approved 

Questions?  [email protected]   

                      616.331.2748

Join the Center for Health & Well-being throughout April for Wellness Wednesday tabling events in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Each week focuses on practical skills, empowerment, and ways we can create a safer, more respectful campus community. Stop by, learn something new, and grab free resources and giveaways.

Empowerment & Body Autonomy

Healthy relationships begin with understanding and honoring boundaries. Stop by to reflect on body autonomy, practice boundary-setting skills, and explore how empowerment connects to overall wellness.

Who: All students

Where: Kirkhof Lobby

When: 11:00am-1:00pm

If you’re looking for a calm and relaxing yoga class to wind down in the evening, this class is for you. In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this special candlelight yoga session offers a peaceful, reflective space to center yourself and honor healing and resilience. We will move through a series of postures and flows designed to build strength and flexibility while gently releasing stress, all within a calming, candlelit environment.

Who:  All Students

Where: Dance Studio

When: 8:15pm

FREE!!  Registration is required.  Click here

Join the Center for Health & Well-being throughout April for Wellness Wednesday tabling events in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Each week focuses on practical skills, empowerment, and ways we can create a safer, more respectful campus community. Stop by, learn something new, and grab free resources and giveaways.

Bystander Intervention & Community Care

Bystander intervention can prevent harm before it happens. Learn the 5 D’s of intervention, practice real-life scenarios, and discover simple, safe ways to step in and support others.

Who: All students

Where: Kirkhof Lobby

When: 11:00am-1:00pm

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month(SAAM), NCVRC is excited to announce a “Reflection Voicemail Line” inviting survivors, advocates, and community members to share their voices!

Call 717-313-6300 and leave a brief voicemail reflection.

For more information and prompts please visit the SAAM website