This event is intended for those who have told or are considering telling a parent about

having been sexually assaulted and for those who provide support to their friends who are

making the decision. However, all members of the Penn community are welcome!

We'll dive into how to support survivors of sexual violence. Laura Dunn, a nationally recognized victim rights attorney, campus sexual assault expert, and award-winning social entrepreneur will be speaking to the Penn community. She will be presenting her journey in social justice and law and answering questions from the audience. 

Take Back the Night is an international campaign designed to take a stand against interpersonal and sexual violence. On Penn’s Campus, Take Back the Night includes speakers on College Green, a rally and march around campus with the Penn Band, and a survivor speak-out and candlelight vigil. We host speakers from Penn as well as the Philadelphia community, including representatives of Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence, Philly’s only full-service rape crisis center.