Almost 25% of men reported “some form of contact sexual violence in their life” (CDC)
These are real men, not just statistics.
This is a conversation that is being ignored, it’s time to talk about it .
Assault By The Numbers
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71% of men “first experienced such victimization prior to age 25”.
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Nearly 56% of men who were victims of contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner first experienced these or other forms of violence by that partner before age 25.
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53% of male victims of unwanted sexual contact reported only female perpetrators.
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Who We Are
After the traumatic experience of having a date rape drug given to me by a girl, I realized there were not many resources available to men or places to talk about this issue. I created this initiative to better equip college aged men against sexual assault and to help Title IX coordinators on college campuses assist male victims.
Title IX and Men
Men’s experiences with Title IX are often overlooked due to social and institutional factors. Many men underreport incidents because gender norms discourage vulnerability, and biases often lead to skepticism when they do speak up. The lack of male-focused resources and understanding of how Title IX applies to men further limits support. Additionally, assaults against men are under-researched compared to women’s, leaving gaps in data, awareness, and fair policy development.
Solutions
Improving how Title IX supports men requires greater awareness, training, and policy change. Expanding outreach can challenge gender norms and encourage men to report misconduct. Training Title IX coordinators to address male experiences without bias ensures fairer responses. Increasing male-focused resources, such as counseling and advocacy, provides essential support. Finally, policy reforms that recognize men’s unique challenges can create a more equitable and inclusive Title IX system for everyone.
