[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 88 (Thursday, May 25, 1995)]
[Senate]
[Page S7577]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  RAPE PREVENTION MONTH IN NEW JERSEY

 Mr. LAUTENBERG. Mr. President, I call attention to the fact 
that May is Rape Prevention Month in the State of New Jersey. Rape is 
one of the most violent and hurtful crimes committed in our society. It 
is a severe problem and we must do all we can to reduce its incidence, 
punish offenders, and assist victims.
  In this country, rape and child sexual abuse still continues to 
increase at an alarming rate. Organizations like Women Against Rape in 
Collingwood, New Jersey have taken on the difficult task of combating 
rape by providing crime prevention programs, teaching rape prevention 
techniques, offering escort services, and having hotline and counseling 
services available.
  For the 15th consecutive year, Women Against Rape is sponsoring the 
month of May as Rape Prevention Month. During this month they have 
worked hard to address this problem in both crisis and everyday 
situations. Education is one of the first steps to stopping this awful 
crime, and I commend the volunteers and professionals who have 
dedicated their time and effort to raise awareness about rape and 
sexual abuse.


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