Local nonprofit SCCADVASA believes that everyone has the power to help stop a potentially dangerous situation — including teens and young adults.
Here are the “4 Ds of Bystander Intervention” to prevent sexual violence:
- Direct: Speak up, stay calm, and be clear.
- Distract: Create a distraction by asking a question or standing in the way.
- Delay: Create a delay to let someone walk away.
- Delegate: Look for help. Examples are a teacher or security guard.
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