According to the CDC, 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys experience sexual violence before the age of 18. And yet, nearly 68% of these cases go unreported. Research shows that in communities of color, there is an even greater likelihood of not disclosing incidents of sexual violence. The unfortunate reality is that too many survivors are suffering alone, and in silence, and too many of their abusers get away with it. This document is a visual depiction of the barriers survivors face in disclosing their sexual assault. On the back, you will find a more detailed description of each type of barrier.
