Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SARP)

The Military’s Stance on Sexual Assault:  Sexual assault is a criminal offense that has no place in the military.  It degrades mission readiness by devastating the military’s ability to work effectively as a team.  Sexual assault is incompatible with military values and the Warrior Ethos and is punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and other federal and local civilian laws.

 The Military will use training, education, and awareness to:

• Prevent sexual assault
• Promote the sensitive handling of victims of sexual assault
• Offer confidential counseling
• Hold those who commit sexual assault offenses accountable
• Reinforce a commitment to Army values

 We will treat all victims of sexual assault with dignity, fairness, and respect.

 We will treat every sexual assault incident seriously, thoroughly investigate the incident, and hold those who commit offenses accountable.  Source: www.sexualassault.army.mil.