via ResearchGate
A detailed analysis of self-protecting societies.
U.S. Army "Commander's Critical Information Requirements (CCIR) Regarding Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Incidents"
ALERT: Beware of non-disclosure agreements. While pretending to be concerned about your welfare, military supervisors and lawyers want you to sign away your rights.
via Department of Defense
Dept of Defense Statistical Sexual Assault Report for 2019
via The White House
Presidential Executive Order dated 22 Sep 2020.
via Hill & Ponton Disability Attorneys
Sept 2020 analysis of sexual abuse and consequences by VA Mental Health.
via The United States Army Judge Advocate General's (JAG) Corps
The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School "Commanders Legal Handbook," dated June 2019
via Army Publishing Directorate
"AR 15-6 Procedures for Administrative Investigations and Boards of Officers," dated 1 April 2016
via ResearchGate
Carolyn Warner's comparative academic study analyzing sexual abuse in Catholic Church and the Military in the United States
via DTIC
Major Wendy E. Brinson's 2012 Master of Military Studies Research Paper titled, "It is all about Respect: The Army's Problem with Sexual Assault."
via Stars and Stripes
Fairness for Veterans Act offers hope for veterans who whose suffering from PTSD (to include from sexual assault) led to a less than honorable discharge.
via EveryCRSReport.com
Military Sexual Assault: A Framework for Congressional Oversight
via US Department of Defense
In 2005 Army Chief of Staff General Schoomaker and Vice Chief Cody set the example of Army leaders holding all subordinates accountable for their behavior. This IG investigation resulted in their firing General Kevin Byrnes for misconduct and failure to obey instructions. Day after the firing Colonel Wes Martin was present during the morning Pentagon Balcony Brief when General Cody "read the riot act" to all his subordinate generals and senior executive staff members. From 2005 to present, how far have we fallen?
via Army Publishing Directorate
Chapter 7 of AR 600-20, Command Policy (effective 24 July 2020) details U.S. Army "Sexual Harassment / Assault Response Prevention Program"
via United States Department of Justice
"U.S. Crimes Victims Rights Act" explained in U.S. Department of Justice Information Paper, updated July 22, 2016.
via Cornell Law School
It is now punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice to retaliate against whistle-blowers.
via Vimeo
This video offers an introduction into leadership, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority training. Subsequent discussion can include employee rights, supervisor responsibilities, mutual respect, dignity, and when "No means No."
via Gonzales & Waddington: Attorneys at Law
Legal analysis of Unlawful Command Influence provided.
via U.S. Army Reserve Official Website
Commander and Deputy Commander of U.S. Army Reserve talks the talk. Major General Roper has the stronger presentation, steady and firm.
via Response Systems to Adult Sexual Assault Crimes Panel
In 2014 a detailed report was provided to SecDef's Response Systems to Adult Sexual Assault Crimes Panel. Link to the entire report is provided. Findings are provided on pages 42, 64, 77, 88, 113, 120, and 131. Special attention is called to page 77:
Finding 14-3: Under current law and practice, unrestricted reports of sexual assault must be referred to, and investigated by, military criminal investigative organizations that are independent of the chain of command. No commander or convening authority may refuse to forward an allegation or impede an investigation. Any attempt to do so would constitute a dereliction of duty or obstruction of justice, in violation of the UCMJ.
All findings provided on pages 120-121 (VIII. Assessing Climate Within Commands for Sexual Assault Prevention and Response) should be studied by every officer and non-commissioned officer in all branches of the U.S. military.
via United States DoD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response
Department of Defense Paper titled: "Retaliation Prevention and Response Study Implementation Plan," dated January 2017
via Gonzales & Waddington: Attorneys at Law
Legal analysis of unlawful command influence and witness intimidation