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Glossary:Sexual violence

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Sexual violence means an unwanted and sexual act as a result of physical force, threat, coercion, intimidation, deception, drugs/alcohol, or abuse of vulnerability.

Sexual violence statistics includes rape and sexual assault. Prostitution, procuring, and pornography are not included.

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