SafeBAE annual report 2017 - Flipbook - Page 7
Program Overview
SafeBAE exists to disrupt the cultural norms that are first
introduced to children throughout their developmental years, in an
effort to counteract all contributing factors in rape culture.
SafeBAE has been able to harnesses the power of “Audrie & Daisy” to
humanize the experiences that far too many young people are facing
today. The film awakens the consciousness of virtually everyone who
has seen it and SafeBAE has been in position to turn that energy into
ongoing action. This sustainable model shifts attitudes and
behaviors, ultimately transforming culture. Leveraging the messages
of the film, we’ve built a growing suite of online organizing tools and
we are engaging thousands of teens and educators in dismantling rape
culture in their schools and communities. By merely breaking down
the concepts of consent, bystander intervention/distraction, how to
support survivors, and the things that contribute to rape culture, we
are able to shape the perspectives and practices of children BEFORE
media becomes their primary educator. We believe that counteracting
the ideas portrayed in all forms of media that children are consuming,
will prevent these ideas from taking hold and transform youth social
development. This, in turn, will impact their futures as young adults
and even later as adults. Changing the way younger students view all
these concepts will have a ripple effect well into their adulthood.
SafeBAE’s intentions are clear: creating aware and empowered young
students – regardless of their gender, race, class, age, religion,
sexual orientation, ability, or circumstance – changes the future for
us all.
SafeBAE is uniquely positioned to succeed in driving cultural change
because our strategy is inclusive and empowering of young students to
be the leaders in creating lasting changes in attitudes and behaviors
among not only students, but adults as well.
Teens 16 to 19 were 3 1/2 times more likely
than the general population to be victims
of rape, attempted rape, or sexual assault.
National Crime Victimization Survey. Bureau of Justice Statistics,
U.S. Department of Justice, 1996