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www.SexualAssaults.gov.qc.ca

Prevention

Can you prevent sexual assault?

Vigilance is key. Remember: most victims of sexual assault knew their assailant.

In Québec, 69% of sexual assaults…

  • take place in private residences
  • involve victims under the age of 18

Sexual assaults against young girls most often take place in the family home and are committed by people such as the victim’s:

  • Uncle, cousin, brother, friend, father, mother’s partner, etc.

Sexual assaults against young boys most often take place outside the family home and are committed by people such as the victim’s:

  • Coach, teacher, etc.

In general, sexual offenders are almost exclusively male, and are mostly adults of sound mind. They can be a:

  • Partner/spouse, friend, acquaintance, professional, colleague, employer, classmate, neighbour, family member

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