SHARP Flashcards
What Army regulation covers the SHARP program?
AR 600-20 Chapters 7 and 8
What does SHARP stand for?
Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention
What are the goals of the SHARP Program
- Create a climate that minimizes sexual assault incidents and encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault
- Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs
- Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims’ health and well-being
- Ensure leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assault victims
What is the slogan for the SHARP Program
I AM STRONG
What does the I A.M. mean in “I AM STRONG”
Intervene, Act, Motivate
What is the Army’s Policy on Sexual Harassment?
It is unacceptable conduct and will not be tolerated
What is sexual harassment?
Making unwanted and offensive sexual advances, remarks, or acts.
What are the different categories of sexual harassment?
- Verbal
- Non Verbal
3 Physical Contact
What are examples of verbal sexual harassment?
- telling sexual jokes
- using sexually explicit profanity
- Threats
- sexual comments
What are examples of non verbal sexual harassment?
- staring at someone
- blowing kisses
- Winking
- licking lips in a suggestive manner
- Displaying sexually oriented pictures
What are some examples of physical sexual harassment?
- Touching
- Patting
- Pinching
- Kissing
- Bumping
What are the five techniques of dealing with sexual harassment?
- Direct and Indirect Approach
- Third Party
- Chain of Command
- Filing a formal complaint
How Should the army treat victims of sexual assault?
with dignity, fairness, and respect
Is Sexual Assault a criminal offense?
Yes
When and where does the Armys sexual assault policy apply?
Both on and off post. During duty and non-duty hours.
What is the Army’s definition of Sexual assault?
intentional sexual contact by the use of force, physical threat, abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent
What are the two types of reporting of sexual assault?
Restricted and unrestricted
What is restricted reporting?
Confidential reporting
What is unrestricted reporting?
it Allows a soldier who is sexually assaulted to receive medical treatment and counseling
Who is informed of an unrestricted report?
Only those who have a legitimate need to know
Who can a Soldier report a Sexual Assault to if they want to keep it restricted?
SARC, VA, healthcare provider, or a chaplin
Who can you go to for a unrestricted report
Healthcare provider, VA, SARC, Commander
