ARISE

• Rape is about sex and sexual attractiveness. And this is a topic of concern only for women.
• If you get drunk, flirt, dress/act provocatively or are vulnerable and alone, it’s your fault.
• If a woman really didn’t want it, she would fight off her attacker (in reality, the shock or fear may overwhelm him/her.)
• You will get AIDS. (False- there are no guarantees, but many sexual diseases may be prevented or treated with immediate care.)
• People will blame you. (Admittedly, some may, but it is still not your fault.)
• You will never have a “normal” relationship, children or a family.
• Everyone will “know.” (You choose whom you tell.)
• “No one will want me.” These are FALSE.

• Rape/sexual assault is about physical violence and domination, not sex.
• Alcohol is involved in MANY incidents. More than one drink per hour affects a person’s judgment and vulnerability.
• The inability to consent (usually involves drugs/alcohol, mental status/disability or physical disability) to a sexual encounter is NOT an automatic consent.
• One out of 4 women is sexually assaulted at some point in her life. Many know their attacker.
• One out of 6 men is sexually assaulted at some point in his life.
• Threats, coercion, promise of promotion/gifts and harassment may be part of a sexual assault experience.
• Verbal abuse may be as detrimental as physical abuse. Help is available.
• An incident of sexual assault may affect a person months or years later.
• It is your right whether or not you choose to report this. (But please seek support.)
• A survivor may appear to consent when faced with the threat to one’s life or health.
• You do what you have to in order to preserve your life.
• The fault lies only with the perpetrator. Urges are controllable and sex is not

Definition: “the oral, anal, or vaginal penetration by or union with, the sexual organ of another and/or anal or vaginal penetration of another by any other object without their consent”. (Florida Statues, Chapter 794, Section 794.011) 

• Get help, right away! Take care of yourself, both physically and emotionally.
• Report it. This is your choice; reporting it may help others but it is not mandatory. You make the best decision for yourself.
• Speak to someone. CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services) is on campus/ free/confidential; Contact at 239-590-7950 or call 239-745-EARS to speak to a counselor 24/7.
• FGCU Survivor Advocate- can help you determine your options and connect you to on and off campus resources. Contact Lauren Strunk 239-590-1866

If you live on campus your Resident Assistant and Resident Directors are available for you. These staff members have been trained on how to talk and share resources with survivors of assault. If you do not have your Resident Assistants phone number you can go by their room, the areas front desk, or stop by the Resident Directors office. Staff members are a great support system for you to utilize. 

• Lee County: ACT (Abuse Counseling and Treatment). 24 hour hotline : 239-939- 3112. ACT performs evidentiary/forensic exams (within 72 hours), free STI testing, pregnancy prevention, and counseling. It is not necessary to report the assault to receive care.
• Collier County: Project HELP. 24 hr. Hotline: 239-262-7227. Project HELP will arrange for the free evidentiary exam (within 72 hours), STI testing, pregnancy prevention, and counseling. It is not necessary to report the assault to receive care.

911: Wherever you are, dial 911 for emergency response (police, EMS). They can help you get to an Emergency Room or to ACT (or the closest rape crisis center). This is your first call if you do not feel you are in a safe environment or have sustained injuries that need immediate medical attention.

• Campus Police: 239-590-1911 Collier County- 239-774-4434
• Lee County: 239-477-1000 Charlotte County- 941-258-3900

Your Closest Hospital: All you need to do is go to your closest ER and they will contact the necessary help:

Fort Myers:

• Gulf Coast Hospital: (closest to campus) 13681 Doctors Way, Fort Myers
• Lee Memorial: 2776 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers
• Healthpark: 9981 S. Healthpark Dr., Fort Myers
• Cape Coral: 636 Del Prado Blvd., Cape Coral

Naples:

• Physician’s Regional Hospital- 8300 Collier Blvd or 6101 Pine Ridge Rd.
• NCH- North: 11190 Healthpark Blvd. or Downtown: 350 7^th St. North

Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda:

• Fawcett Memorial Hospital- 21298 Olean Blvd., Port Charlotte
• Charlotte Regional Medical- 2500 Harbor Blvd., Port Charlotte 

 There are several emergency contraception (EC) options; the most common is Plan B, which is a hormone, used in birth control pills. It does not cause an abortion; if Plan B fails, a woman becomes pregnant. It should be taken as soon as possible, with food. It is available without prescription at most pharmacies (usually around $50).

Other EC options are an IUD (intrauterine device) or Ella, a different pill from Plan B. These may not be easily obtained (prescription required) and there is often more of an expense.

Plan B is available at Student Health Services (239-590-7966) the same day or within 72 hours (3 days) for $15. They also have some contraceptive methods and pregnancy testing available for low cost

Talk to your medical provider about testing now and in the future and what you can do to help prevent any sexually transmitted diseases (besides the recommended abstinence for the period of testing).