Hometown, Alaska: Combating Sexual Assault in Alaska

For years, Alaskans have battled alarming rates of reported rapes and sexual assaults. Task forces have been formed, reports have been filed and still, the numbers continue to rise. On the next Hometown, Alaska join host Teeka Ballas and her guests as they examine why Alaska is plagued with sexual assaults and, what we are doing to make life safer in our state.

Abused Women’s Aid in Crisis (AWAIC) Phone: 279-9581
Standing Together Against Rape (STAR ) Crisis Line: 1-800-478-8999
Alaska Women’s Network: Domestic Violence
Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (ANDVSA)
Alaska CARES of Providence Hospital Phone 907-561-8301 or 1-877-561-8301
Men Against Rape
International Association of Forensic Nurses
1 in 6: Male sexual abuse

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AWAIC shelter hits capacity

Of all those seeking refuge at Anchorage shelters, among the most desperate are those escaping domestic violence. In recent months, their numbers have increased to the point that space has become critical at the shelter created to protect them.

Len Anderson, KSKA – Anchorage

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