"But they were asking for it" is a distressingly common phrase surrounding sexual assault. It's a damaging sentiment that insinuates that a victim invited or deserved the abuse they experienced. There is never a valid justification for such heinous acts, regardless of how someone behaves, dresses, or presents themselves. This dangerous misconception perpetuates victim-blaming culture via social media, evening news, movies and even personal relationships. No one deserves to be subjected to any form of sexual abuse, regardless of any circumstances. Sexual abuse is a crime. Crimes are committed by dysregulated persons who use violence to harm and violate others. Being the target of sexual abuse means this – you were violated, you were harmed by no fault of your own. #savictim #abusesurvivor #abuseawareness #sa #notyourfault #lawyer #salawyer #domesticabuseawareness #justice #saawareness