JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas –
The Department of Defense and Joint Base San Antonio officially recognize Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month in April to raise awareness and promote the prevention of sexual violence through the use of special events and public education.
The 2015 Department of Defense SAAPM theme is "Eliminate Sexual Assault: Know Your Part. Do Your Part." This theme highlights that at every level in our military, service members should follow their service values and standards of behavior, to include recognizing how one member may affect sexual assault prevention.
The JBSA SAPR/SHARP programs are underscoring the DOD theme by publicizing the expression "Are You M.A.D.?"
The acronym M.A.D. refers to "Making a Difference" and emphasizes the role and responsibility each service member plays in the prevention and response to sexual assault in the military. The statement is meant to be one of reflection as we can all contribute to the solution of eliminating sexual violence within the services.
In the coming weeks, there will be opportunities to see, read or hear about how your teammates are making a difference within the JBSA community. The goal of the JBSA SAPR/SHARP programs is that each service member will use not only these messages as a reminder that sexual assault is a significant concern in the military, but will review how he or she is actively engaged in the fight against sexual violence.
For more information on SAAPM events or how you can "make a difference" at JBSA in eliminating sexual assault, contact your local SAPR office. The JBSA SAPR Hotline number is 808-7272. The SAPR Hotline number for JBSA-Fort Sam Houston is 808-8990, the JBSA-Lackland number is 671-7273 and the JBSA-Randolph number is 652-4386.
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month events
April 3 -
Self-defense class, 10-11:30 a.m., Jimmy Brought Fitness Center, building 320, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. A self-defense seminar for men and women provided by experts from STW Krav maga. Learn battle-tested skills and techniques to defend yourself against an attacker. Must be 14 years of age to participate. Fee is $20 per person, cash only at the door. To register, visit http://www.stw911.com.
April 4 -
Battle of the Service talent show, 6:30-9 p.m., Evans Theater, building 1396, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. Military training students compete in the annual Battle of the Services talent show. Categories include singing, dancing and stand-up comedy. Intermission will include Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month briefings. Call 221-1496 for more information.
April 9 -
"Because We Have Daughters" seminar, 5-7 p.m., JBSA-Randolph Youth Center, building 1072. This session provides training for fathers to connect and learn skills in helping them understand and relate to their daughters, forge new bonds and discuss challenging issues. The maximum attendance for the class is 10 dads with daughters between 8 and 18 years of age. Call 652-4386 to register.
April 10 -
Mentors in Violence Prevention, "The Power of the Pyramid," 10 a.m., Defense Language Institute Auditorium; 3 p.m., Fleenor Auditorium, JBSA-Randolph. Mentors in Violence Prevention present a multimedia presentation utilizing dozens of media and pop culture examples to illustrate how seemingly harmless behavior can progress to violence. Call 808-8976 for more information.
April 11 -
Poetry slam, Military & Family Readiness Center, 6 p.m., building 2797, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. The student poetry slam is a fun and interactive event where military students perform their original poetry. There will be food and prizes. To enter the slam, send an email to NyKita.l.riley.civ@mail.mil Demesha.s.Alexander.mil@mail.mil.
April 17 -
Drive Out Sexual Assault golf tournament, 12:30 p.m. tee time, Gateway Hill Golf Club, JBSA-Lackland. Raise awareness on the course and join in "Driving Out Sexual Assault" during this year's golf tournament. Awards will be given and each participant receives a goody bag. Tickets are $50 each and include a box lunch. Registration ends April 17. To register, call 671-7273 or send an email to 502abw.cvk.ola@us.af.mil.
April 25 -
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month 5K Run/Walk and 100-meter Dash, 7:30 a.m., MacArthur Parade Field, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. The 32nd Medical Brigade hosts a run, walk or dash to raise awareness about sexual assault impact and prevention. Registration fees are found on the event's website at http://www.athleteguild.com/running/fort-sam-houston-tx/2015-2nd-annual-sexual-assault-awareness-and-prevention-month-sapr-sharp. Advanced individual training and technical school students can attend for free.
Throughout April -
The San Antonio Rape Center for Children and Adults will display artwork created by sexual assault survivors at locations throughout JBSA-Randolph. Call 652-4386 for dates and location.