What is S.M.A.R.T.?
S.M.A.R.T. (Strong Men Against Rape Together) is an organization sponsored by the Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire that supports strong men in their fight against sexual violence. The organization also encourages men to actively participate and support women in their fight against sexual violence. S.M.A.R.T. also educates males about the issue of sexual violence and how men can help in this struggle.

How can I help?
You can help by joining S.M.A.R.T. and supporting the important work that is being done by S.M.A.R.T. and the Rape Crisis Center.

What can I do in the fight against sexual violence?

• Realize how other men's uncaring or wrong behavior might affect your own life. Some woman that you care about may have been raped or sexually assaulted. Understand that this person may need your support but might be unable to enter into a relationship at the present time. Also realize that some women who have been raped might feel distrustful of men in general.
• Confront other men's rape jokes and remarks; relate to others why these jokes are not funny and the harm they can cause.
• Confront other men's harassments - verbal or physical - of women. Most women don't consider it flattery but rather a reminder of their vulnerability to rape. It is disrespectful!
• Educate other men about what rape really is. Help them to clear up any misconceptions they might have.
• Confront potential rape scenes. When you see a man verbally harassing or holding a woman against her will, do something immediately to help her without putting yourself in danger.
• When walking in groups of men or alone, be conscious as you approach a female. Be aware of how afraid she may feel, and give her space on the street if possible.
• Be supportive of women's actions to control their own lives and make their own decisions. Don't be afraid to express these ideas.
• If someone you know has expressed violent feelings or demonstrated violent behavior in a particular relationship with someone, try to help him find an appropriate person with whom to talk - if you are ever concerned that they may do harm, especially when they don't want help, please talk please talk/report your concerns to someone who can help.
• You are responsible for your actions. Hold other men accountable for their actions.
• Remember that no one "asks" to be raped.