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The Army's Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) program exists so the Army can prevent sexual harassment and sexual assaults before they occur. Our goal is to eliminate sexual assaults and sexual harassment by creating a climate that respects the dignity of every member of the Army Family.

To report an incident of sexual assault or sexual harassment contact: 

Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) or Victim Advocate (VA) 

USASA Fort Dix (Army SHARP) On Call Hotline:  609-562-3849 (24 hrs – 7 days) 

Joint Base MDL Installation Sexual Assault Hotline: 609-754-7272

(press 2 for Army SARC)

 

Restricted  vs Unrestricted Reports

RESTRICTED REPORT:

Who can accept a report:
•    Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)
•    SHARP Victim Advocate (VA)
•    Healthcare Personnel

UNRESTRICTED REPORT:

Who can accept a report:
•    Commander
•    CID
•    JAG
•    IG
•    SARC
•    VA
•    Healthcare Personnel

Limitations

•    Chaplains and Special Victim Counsel – cannot file a report, but information shared remains confidential
•    More people will know about the sexual assault
•    Investigation may require discussion of personal matters
Cannot change to Restricted Report

RESOURCES

  •     Chaplain, minister, or spiritual leader 
  •     Behavioral health counseling
  •     Special Victim Counsel
  •     Office of Personnel Management (OPM) website (for Army Civilians) - http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/worklife/reference-materials/resource-list.pdf
  •     DoD Safe Helpline — contact them at 877-995-5247 or safehelpline.org, which offers support services to men and women
  •     Military One Source: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/  or 800-342-9647 (Mandatory Reporting Responsibility)
  •     Mobile Technology: We Care App, Battle Buddy App, Circle of 6 App, 360 App
  •     Outside Resources: Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)