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PLEASE NOTE: This list may contain references to mental health topics that could be triggering. Sexual abuse, assault, and harassment are widespread and impact every person and community. Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) occurs each year in April with the goal of raising public awareness about sexual assault and educating communities on how to prevent sexual violence. Everyone deserves to live in healthy and supportive environments where they feel safe, valued and respected. This reading list in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month explores some of the many topics surrounding sexual violence as well as trauma-informed resources for survivors. This list contains content and/or library materials that cover mental health and wellness topics. We are not medical professionals, so please always seek the advice or care from a mental health or health care professional to find out how this topic may or may not apply to your unique situation or overall health. GET HELP: •National Sexual Assault Hotline- free, confidential support 24/7: 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673). •Ready to connect with a mental health professional? Visit the You Are Not Alone, Pima County Health Department to be connected with COPE Community Services. •In a crisis? Text HOME to 741741. •Need further support? Call (520) 622-6000 to be connected to the Crisis Response Network. •Suicide Hotline: dial 988 to be connected immediately to someone who can provide free, confidential support 24/7. •The Trevor Project provides 24/7 support to the LGBTQIA+ community. Call 1-866-488-7386 or text “Start” to 678-678 to be connected to a counselor.

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