We Hear Your Voices on Sexual Assault Awareness

The National Panhellenic Conference (NPC) has taken steps in recent months to address this topic that has become part of the national conversation. Please review the timeline illustrating the progress made by NPC since we entered into the discussions on sexual assault awareness. Some noteworthy actions:

• In February, the NPC Board of Directors approved the attached position statement on sexual assault. This bold move was deliberate and most intentional. We realize that our voice on this topic is important as one of the largest women's organizations in the world.
• We have continued our conversations with RAINN and recommend its hotline -- 800-656-HOPE -- as a resource for students affected by sexual assault.
• Our Student Safety and Sexual Assault Awareness Task Force will issue a preliminary report this weekend to the inter/national presidents.  
• In May, the Student Safety and Sexual Assault Awareness Task Force will present their recommendations to the NPC Board of Directors. We will share the board's decisions on our strategic steps to move forward as plans get underway.

Sororities are a caring community that supports students affected by sexual assault. It takes courage to come forward and report sexual assault, and we applaud those individuals who choose to speak out and navigate their path for justice.