PETITION TO END RAPE, SEXUAL ASSAULT AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE MILITARY
Rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment are a plague on the Armed Forces of the United States of America. This crisis threatens our national security by undermining operational readiness, draining morale, harming retention, and destroying lives.
The government has studied this issue for decades, and yet, assaults on our troops continue year after year with no end in sight. Sexual predators regularly walk away with slaps on the wrist instead of hard time. Servicemembers who are preyed upon have little to no protection against unsympathetic commanders and vengeful perpetrators. A hostile workplace environment of harassment and intimidation prevails.
We believe that Americans should not sacrifice their right to bodily integrity when they step forward to serve our nation. Turning a blind eye to crimes committed by sexual predators goes against the core values that are the hallmark of military leadership. Honor is found in the integrity, courage and commitment of troops and leaders to do the right thing and confront this crisis, protect and care for their own, and punish those who dare to harm a sister or brother in arms.
We, the undersigned, call on the United States
Congress to hold the U.S. Armed Forces accountable for this crisis and
to immediately develop and implement a comprehensive plan to eliminate
rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment from our nation's military
forever.
DISCLAIMER: We welcome personal stories and thoughts in signature comments. However, please do not post personal contact information as this is visible by all petition signatories. Email addresses entered in the signature field are only viewable by SWAN staff and will be kept confidential. If you'd like to contact SWAN directly, you may do so at 212-683-0015 Ext. 324 or [email protected]. Thank you!
Updates
March 13, 2021
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many of you have stepped up to support this cause. We are getting so near to our goal and I would be incredibly thankful if you could help get this link in front of just a few more people today. This growth is entirely because of your own compassion and I am just stunned to be part of what you are building.
January 16, 2014
I started this because I felt like I was shouting into the void, but looking at the stories you have shared here, I realize I was never really alone. It is overwhelming to read about what so many of you have endured while serving this country. Please know that your experiences are the real engine behind this effort and I am just doing my best to hold the door open for all of us.
Reached 500 supporters
February 17, 2011
Reached 100 supporters
February 15, 2011
16 Comments
Something needs to be done about the sexual abuse and coverups in the military!
I'm singing this to protect service armed women who protect and defend my country. We only are obliged to reward and protect these women who defend our country not harm them
Having a female child that was violently raped while serving in the armed forces, enrages me to no end. I believe the culprit should pay for the continued pain and suffering, not only she faces daily, but others who have suffered the same fate.
This situation is unacceptable. Failure to take positive action means complicity. Do the right thing. Now.
Very much interested in joining a class action lawsuit. The Illinois Army National Guard has repeatedly botched the treatment and threatened female members from coming forward. If my story can help another soul please use it!
Im rape and violence kido both categories
Amen
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PETITION TO END RAPE, SEXUAL ASSAULT AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE MILITARY
Rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment are a plague on the Armed Forces of the United States of America. This crisis threatens our national security by undermining operational readiness, draining morale, harming retention, and destroying lives.
The government has studied this issue for decades, and yet, assaults on our troops continue year after year with no end in sight. Sexual predators regularly walk away with slaps on the wrist instead of hard time. Servicemembers who are preyed upon have little to no protection against unsympathetic commanders and vengeful perpetrators. A hostile workplace environment of harassment and intimidation prevails.
We believe that Americans should not sacrifice their right to bodily integrity when they step forward to serve our nation. Turning a blind eye to crimes committed by sexual predators goes against the core values that are the hallmark of military leadership. Honor is found in the integrity, courage and commitment of troops and leaders to do the right thing and confront this crisis, protect and care for their own, and punish those who dare to harm a sister or brother in arms.
We, the undersigned, call on the United States
Congress to hold the U.S. Armed Forces accountable for this crisis and
to immediately develop and implement a comprehensive plan to eliminate
rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment from our nation's military
forever.
DISCLAIMER: We welcome personal stories and thoughts in signature comments. However, please do not post personal contact information as this is visible by all petition signatories. Email addresses entered in the signature field are only viewable by SWAN staff and will be kept confidential. If you'd like to contact SWAN directly, you may do so at 212-683-0015 Ext. 324 or [email protected]. Thank you!
Updates
March 13, 2021
I am honestly overwhelmed by how many of you have stepped up to support this cause. We are getting so near to our goal and I would be incredibly thankful if you could help get this link in front of just a few more people today. This growth is entirely because of your own compassion and I am just stunned to be part of what you are building.
January 16, 2014
I started this because I felt like I was shouting into the void, but looking at the stories you have shared here, I realize I was never really alone. It is overwhelming to read about what so many of you have endured while serving this country. Please know that your experiences are the real engine behind this effort and I am just doing my best to hold the door open for all of us.
Reached 500 supporters
February 17, 2011
Reached 100 supporters
February 15, 2011
16 Comments
It’s way past time….. and the military should be responsible for holding a predator database that’s public
Something needs to be done about the sexual abuse and coverups in the military!
I'm singing this to protect service armed women who protect and defend my country. We only are obliged to reward and protect these women who defend our country not harm them
Having a female child that was violently raped while serving in the armed forces, enrages me to no end. I believe the culprit should pay for the continued pain and suffering, not only she faces daily, but others who have suffered the same fate.
This situation is unacceptable. Failure to take positive action means complicity. Do the right thing. Now.
Very much interested in joining a class action lawsuit. The Illinois Army National Guard has repeatedly botched the treatment and threatened female members from coming forward. If my story can help another soul please use it!
Im rape and violence kido both categories
Amen
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It’s way past time….. and the military should be responsible for holding a predator database that’s public