As students settle back into campus life and begin building relationships, it is important to ensure that all forms of relationships are consensual. The Campus Advocacy, Prevention, and Education (CAPE) project at Doane addresses these issues through programs designed to decrease incidents of sexual assault and domestic violence. CAPE provides education and resources that help students better understand consent and how to build healthy relationships.
All athletes have already completed CAPE’s education program, and throughout the year, CAPE will continue to host events for all students. This aims to help students recognize what assault can look like, as well as raise awareness on how to prevent it.
Assault and violence can take many forms, including threats, stalking and unwanted physical contact. Students who have been victims of assault, domestic violence or any other form of abuse, or who have witnessed it, are strongly encouraged to reach out to Jaden Hickleman, CAPE’s project coordinator, for confidential support and resources.
Statistics show that 43% of college women have reported experiencing abusive behavior from their partners. Through the Cape Project, students learn about healthy relationships and consent. CAPE strives to create a safer environment by educating the campus.
