Children abuse the word “no” when asked to do something that they might not necessarily want to do. As these children grow up, it is almost as if that word completely disappears from their vocabulary entirely. All over the world, girls are put in uncomfortable situations that force them to repeatedly say “no”, just to be in control of their own bodies. In most instances, the perpetrator tends to tune out that plead. Sexual assault is a critical issue that occurs all over the world, and often on university campuses. Stories of sexual assault are heard so often that it is not necessarily big news to people when it happens. It is frightening to think that this is an everyday occurrence, and not many are able to prevent such an awful thing.
College parties are typical places where a perpetrator seeks a victim. Girls who attend parties and might not necessarily know, or care, about their limits are usually in a bad condition and are incapable of giving consent in a certain situation. Boys might assume the girl is allowing them to take control, because she might need someone to take care of her. However, a girl’s drunken words are not necessarily her sober thoughts. No drunk girl gives consent to someone else in control of her body.
