What do we really know about sexual assault—and what assumptions are getting in the way? This blog explores common misconceptions about trauma, memory, reporting, and survivor behavior, highlighting what research tells us about sexual violence. Learn why a trauma-informed understanding matters and join DARCC's upcoming Lunch & Learn to deepen your knowledge.

All 50 states now have rape kit reform laws, marking a major milestone in the fight for survivor justice. But testing evidence is not the finish line. This blog explores why clearing rape kit backlogs is an important step forward, while also examining the larger systemic barriers survivors continue to face after disclosure, reporting, and evidence collection.