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Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program (SAPRP) Pre-Deployment Training for Army in Korea.
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ArmySexual Assault Prevention and Response Program (SAPRP)Pre-Deployment Trainingfor Army in Korea
This Pre Deployment Training is intended for Soldiers that are TDY or visiting Korea. This training does not meet the requirements for Unit Level Training.Additional Pre Deployment Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Training can be accessed at www.sexualassault.army.mil
AGENDA • Dynamics of Korea • USFK/Eighth Army Policy and References • Overview of the SAPR Program • Prevention Tactics and Plan of Action • SAPR Response Resources
South Korea Factshttp://www.koreainfogate.com / http://www.lifeinkorea.com • Population: 48.42 million people • Language: Hangul • Religion: No affiliation (46%) Christianity (26%) Buddhism (26%): Confucian Values and Beliefs • Heavy Traffic: Mass Transit System Available • Currency: Won • Climate: Temperate, with rainfall heavier in summer than winter • Etiquette: Bow when greeting and departing. Remove your shoes when entering a Korean Home
Trends and Risk Factors • Victims know the perpetrator (friend, co-worker, supervisor) • Use of alcohol involved • New arrival in-country • Age: 18-25 year olds • Grades: E-1 to E-4 • Barracks/Dorm Room • Delay reporting
SEXUAL ASSAULT REFERENCES FOR KOREA REGULATIONS AND POLICY LETTERS http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil/G1/SA/Start.htm • AR 600-20(Chapter 8 & Appendixes F,G, and H)Dated 7 June 2006 • Eighth United States Army Command Policy Letter #10 “Prevention of Sexual Assault” Dated 8 Jan 2007 • USFK Regulation 600-20 “Sexual Assault Prevention And Response Program” Dated 8 August 2005 • USFK Policy Letter #10 “Command Policy on Sexual Assault Prevention Response” Dated 28 May 2006 • DODI Number 6495.02 -SAPR Program ProceduresDated 23 Jun 06
Department of ArmyOfficial Definition of Sexual Assault and Consent • Sexual Assault - intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent; sexual assaultcan occur without regard to gender, spousal relationship, or age • Consent- shall not be deemed or construed to mean the failure by the victim to offer physical resistance. Consent is not given when a perpetrator uses force, threat of force, coercion, or when the victim isasleep, incapacitated, or unconscious
Situational Awareness, and Trust your Instincts If you consume alcohol, do so in moderation. Army in Korea trends indicate the use of alcohol by the offender, the victim, or both contributes committing the crime of sexual assault Do not leave your beverage unattended or accept a drink from an open container Communicateclearly (verbally and non verbally) your limits and boundaries Prevention Tactics
Plan of Action • You have the right to say "No" even if you: • Say yes, but change your mind • Have had sex with this partner before • Have been kissing or "making out" • Have a Plan for someone you can call if you need help If you feel uncomfortable, scared, or pressured, act quickly to end the situation. Say, "Stop it" and leave or call for help • Use the Buddy System • Keep the doors to homes, barracks, and cars locked NOTE: Be aware of Command’s BarracksPolicy • Know your resources: Call 158 (DSN) or 0505 764- 5700 (Cell Phone or Commercial)to report a Sexual Assault!
Sexual Assault is a CRIME REPORT IT! ALL USFK Civilian and Military Personnel If you become aware of a Sexual Assault report it to Law Enforcement Or Chain of Command
Sexually Assaulted? • Go to a safe location away from the attacker • Contact your local Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), Victim Advocate (VA) or healthcare provider • Seek medical care as soon as possible • Preserve all evidence of the assault. Do not bathe, wash your hands or brush your teeth. Do not clean or straighten up the crime scene • Write down, tape or record by any other means all the details you can recall about the assault and your assailant
If you are sexually assaulted REPORTTHIS CRIMEAs Soon As Possible! Please contact the SARC and Veterans Affairs For further information concerning benefits and services.
Sexual Assault Reporting Options UNRESTRICTED RESTRICTED YOU HAVE CHOICES REPORT: Sexual Assault is a CRIME
UNRESTRICTED Reporting Option • Allows a victim to report a sexual assault and receive, victim advocacy, medical care, counseling and an official investigation • Report to anyone including: • SARC • UVA • Health Care Provider (HCP) • Chain of Command (COC) • Supervisory Chain • Law Enforcement (LE) • MCIO
RESTRICTED Reporting Option Allows a victim to receive: • victim advocacy, medical care, and counseling withoutan investigation being initiated or chain of command being officially notified • Must Report to specific individuals only- • SARC, HCP, Chaplain or UVA • Must acknowledge in writinghis/her understanding that this option may limit the ability of the government to prosecute the offender
USFK SEXUAL ASSAULT 24/7 HOTLINE To access from any DSN telephone within Korea Dial the number "158". For access from a commercial line or cell phone Dial the number "0505-764-5700". Listen to the recording, make area selection: #1 for Area 1 SARC #2 for Area 2 SARC #3 for Area 3 SARC #4 for Area 4 SARC #5 for Area 5 SARC #6 for Area 6 SARC Wait for the area SARC to answer. If the message has to be repeated just press the pound (#) key.
Army In Korea Sexual Assault Response Coordinators • Area I (SARC): Office:730-3494 (DSN) • Area II SARC Office: 738-3034/738-5150 (DSN) • Area III SARC: Office: 753-7091 (DSN) • Area IV SARC: Office: 768-8190 (DSN)
Sexual Assault Examination Medical Treatment Facilities • Cp Casey: Area I (DSN) 730-4436 • 121 Combat Support Hospital: Area II (DSN)737-5545 • Cp Humphrey: Area III (DSN)753-8111 • Cp Walker: Area IV (DSN)764-4222 • Cp Carroll: Area IV (DSN) 765-7954
Reporting and Information Resources USFK Sexual Assault Hotline (24/7) DSN: 158 / CELL or COM: 0505 764-5700 USFK SAPR Website: www.usfk.mil (Hot Topics Link/SAPR Link) EUSA SAPR Website: http://8tharmy.korea.army.mil (SAPR Link) Veterans Affairs:http://www.va.gov/ CONUS: 1-800-827-1000 Korea DSN: (315) 738-5121 Military One Source: www.militaryonesource.com Korea DSN: 550-ARMY (2769) OCONUS: 00-800-464-81077 CONUS: 1-800-464-8107 Department of the Army SAPR: www.sexualassault.army.mil
Enjoy Your Stay in the Land of the Morning CalmStacey L. BarnesSAPR Regional Program Trainer(315)725-3086stacey.barnes1@korea.army.mil