SWEAR
Purpose
SWEAR (Stand With Everyone Against Rape)
The mission is to educate MVRHS students on the myths, stereotypes, and repercussions of sexual assault and rape. The program is predominantly led by young men with the premise being that sexual assault is not just a women's issue, but a human issue. Participants apply through an application process and attend a two day training/workshop. The workshop focuses on masculinity in our culture and the epidemic of sexual assault and rape. Following the training SWEAR members present an assembly to the junior and senior classes. SWEAR members facilitate small group discussions with every grade level to discuss consent and bystander behavior. The SWEAR program is run in collaboration with CONNECT to End Violence, our local domestic violence and rape crisis center. The retreat is co-facilitated by senior members of the program.
“Standing behind predators makes prey of us all.”
― DaShanne Stokes
What we've done
MVRHS SWEAR works collaboratively with MVCS CONNECT to end violence. Our work together is in FULL EFFORT to END sexual assault and rape. We participate in events like the #Reimaginemanhood Symposium, White Ribbon Day, Lady Fest, The Seawall Event, and our annual SWEAR Retreat. SWEAR leaders work with our local island schools through speaking engagements, presentations, attending Health classes, and collaborating with faculty and administrators island-wide.
It's not consent if you make me afraid to say no
