Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Denim Day

In 1999, the Italian High Court overturned a rape conviction because the victim was wearing tight jeans at the time of the assault. The justices stated that the victim must have helped her attacker remove her jeans, from which they inferred consent. People all around the world were outraged. Wearing jeans on this anniversary became an international symbol of protest against erroneous and destructive attitudes about sexual violence.  Support Denim Day by wearing jeans and stop by the Center for Diversity between 9 AM-5 PM to grab some coffee and treats—your reward for supporting Denim Day and raising awareness about sexual violence.

 For more information and to download Denim Day promotional materials for posting in your areas, visit http://denimdayusa.org/materials/.