SAPE to present Jessica Valenti talk 'Yes Means Yes' on ending rape culture

12:24 p.m., Feb. 22, 2016--The Sexual Assault Prevention and Education (SAPE) Committee at the University of Delaware has announced that it will present nationally known speaker Jessica Valenti at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24, in the Rodney Room of the Perkins Student Center.

Valenti, who is an author and creator of the popular Femisting blog, will speak on the topic “Yes Means Yes: Battling Rape Culture and Moving Toward a Positive Sexuality,” focusing on ending rape culture and striving toward a culture of positive sexuality. 

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The presentation is co-sponsored by the Office of Equity and Inclusion, Student Wellness and Health Promotion, University of Delaware Police Department, the Office of the Dean of Students, Inter-Greek Council, Sexual Offense Support and Men’s Action Network. 

For more information on Valenti and a full list of SAPE events, visit the website.