April 15, 2024

Hats off to the 2023 Liz Blanc Exceptional Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, Exceptional Victim Advocate of the Year recipients

The Coast Guard honors Michael Jordy and Lt. j.g. Kirsten Carson for their work in preventing, responding to, and supporting victims of sexual assault.

April 8, 2024

Coast Guard honors Denim Day

Stand in solidarity with sexual assault survivors on April 24 by wearing denim.

April 1, 2024

Step Forward. Prevent. Report. Advocate.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

March 15, 2024

Coast Guard sets clear expectations regarding sexual assault, sexual harassment in the Service

Any member who commits sexual assault or sexual harassment will be processed for separation.

Feb. 29, 2024

Take a closer look at the Coast Guard’s Safe to Report policy

The Safe to Report policy helps protect victims who want to report a sexual assault. It also provides direction for field commanders and the Office of the Chief Prosecutor on how to handle collateral misconduct. 

Feb. 6, 2024

Strengthening Coast Guard culture

The Coast Guard establishes an Enterprise Victim Advocate, encourages reporting by removing barriers, and more to address sexual assault and harassment in the Service.

Nov. 6, 2023

CGA Alumni Association hosts community healing event Nov. 14-15

The event creates a safe space for CGA alumni and allies to foster transparency about the ongoing response to the Fouled Anchor report and provide resources to survivors of sexual assault and harassment.

May 1, 2023

New: Sexual assault victims can 'disclose' an incident to a confidant

“We want to ensure survivors have a safe space to pause, breathe, and think about their next steps, without having to worry about initiating an investigative process before − and unless − they are ready,” - Rear Adm. Dana Thomas, Director of Coast Guard Health, Safety and Work Life (CG-11).

April 20, 2023

Three tools to support sexual assault survivors

The Coast Guard is committed to combatting sexual violence within its ranks and providing survivors with the confidential assistance and time they need to heal.

April 6, 2023

Leading for a safe climate 

Sexual assault awareness and prevention is key to safe, healthy command climates.