***SHARP

Question 1

What does SHARP stand for?

Answer 1

Sexual 
Harassment
Assault 
Response 
Program

Question 2

What Army Regulation covers SHARP?

Answer 2

AR 600-20 (covers Army Command policy)

Chapter 7 & 8

Question 3

What is the purpose of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?

Answer 3

The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program reinforces the Army's commitment to eliminate incidents of sexual assault through a comprehensive policy that centers on:
Awareness and prevention
Taining and education
Victim advocacy
Response
Reporting
Accountability

Question 4

The Army’s policy on Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program applies where and when?

Answer 4

This policy applies -
Both on and off post and during duty and non-duty hours.
To working, living, and recreational environments (including both on- and off-post housing).

Question 5

What are the goals of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program

Answer 5

Create a climate that minimizes sexual assault incidents
Create a climate that encourages victims to report incidents of sexual assault without fear.
Establish sexual assault prevention training and awareness programs to educate Soldiers.
Ensure sensitive and comprehensive treatment to restore victims’ health and well-being.
Ensure leaders understand their roles and responsibilities regarding response to sexual assault victims

Question 6

List examples of Sexual Assualt

Answer 6

Rape
Non consensual Sodomy (oral or anal sex)
Indecent Assault (unwanted, inappropriate sexual contact or fondling)
Attempts to commit these acts

Question 7

More than half of sexual assaults include what?

Answer 7

Alcohol

Question 8

Prevention of sexual harassment is whose responsibility?

Answer 8

The Commander’s Responsibility

Question 9

What is the army slogan for SHARP

Answer 9

I A.M. Strong

Question 10

What does I AM strong stands for?

Answer 10

Intervene, Act, Motivate

Question 11

What are the different categories of sexual harassment?

Answer 11

Verbal- joking, using sexually Explicit profanity, threats

Non verbal- staring at someone, blowing kisses

Physical contact- touching, kissing, grabbing, blocking passageway

Question 12

What are the two types of reporting?

Answer 12

Restricted and unrestricted

Question 13

What is restricted reporting?

Answer 13

without triggering an official investigation. Can contact sarc/ sharp specialist or a healthcare provider.

Question 14

What is unrestricted reporting?

Answer 14

Using current reporting channels

Examples: chain of command or law enforcement

Question 15

What is the SARC?

Answer 15

Sexual assault response coordinators (SARCs)

Question 16

Who can a soldier report a sexual assault if they want to keep it restricted?

Answer 16

SARC, VA, health care provider, chaplain

Question 17

What does the SARC do

Answer 17

They serve serve as the single point of contact to coordinate sexual assault victim care. They track the services provided from the initial report of a sexual assault through disposition and resolution of the victim’s health care and support service needs

Question 18

What is the VA stand for

Answer 18

The Victim Advocate (VA)

Question 19

What does the VA (Victim Advocate) do?

Answer 19

Provides essential support and care to the victim to include providing non-clinical information on available options and resources to assist the victim in making informed decisions as they progress through resolution and healing

Question 20

Who can a soldier report sexual assault to if they want it to be unrestricted?

Answer 20

Chain of Command
Law Enforcement,
SARC

Question 21

Define sexual assault.

Answer 21

Sexual assault is a crime defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat or abuse of
authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent.
(AR 600-20 June 2006 / Glossary / PDF 125)

Question 22

Define the following terms as they apply to the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program: Victim
Alleged perpetrator
Perpetrator

Answer 22

Victim - One who has been sexually assaulted.
Alleged Perpetrator - One who has been accused of committing a crime (subject).
Perpetrator - One who has committed a crime (offender).

Question 23

What is the Army’s policy on sexual assault?

Answer 23

Sexual assault is a criminal offense that has no place in the Army. It degrades mission readiness by devastating the Army’s ability to work effectively as a team. Every Soldier who is aware of a sexual assault should immediately (within 24 hours) report incidents. Sexual assault is incompatible with Army values and is
punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and other federal and local civilian laws.
The Army will use training, education, and awareness to minimize sexual assault; to promote the sensitive
handling of victims of sexual assault; to offer victim assistance and counseling; to hold those who commit sexual assault offenses accountable; to provide confidential avenues for reporting, and to reinforce a commitment to Army values.
The Army will treat all victims of sexual assault with dignity, fairness, and respect.The Army will treat every
reported sexual assault incident seriously by following proper guidelines. The information and circumstances of the allegations will be disclosed on a need-to-know basis only.

Question 24

If someone has been sexually assaulted, to whom may they report the crime?

Answer 24

Their chain of command.
Medical Treatment Facility.
Military Police/Criminal Investigation Division.
Chaplains.
Social Work Services.
Family Advocacy.
Legal Services.

Question 25

Army Regulation 27-10 outlines the rights of crime victims, what are they?

Answer 25

The right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and a respect for privacy The right to be protected from the accused offender The right to be notified of court proceedings The right to be present at all public court proceedings related to the assault unless the court determines that testimony by the victim would be materially affected if the victim heard other testimony at trial, or for other good cause The right to talk to the attorney for the Government in the case The right to seek restitution, if appropriate The right to information regarding conviction, sentencing, imprisonment, and release of the offender from custody.

Question 26

What must Commanders do to implement and support the Army's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program?

Answer 26

Ensure that assigned personnel (to include RC personnel under their jurisdiction) are familiar with the Army policy on sexual harassment. Publish and post written command policy statements for the prevention of sexual harassment. Continually assess and be aware of the climate of command regarding sexual harassment. Identify problems or potential problems. Take prompt, decisive action to investigate all complaints of sexual harassment. Either resolve the problem at the lowest possible level or, if necessary, take formal disciplinary or administrative action. Do not allow Soldiers to be retaliated against for filing complaints. Continually monitor the unit and assess sexual harassment prevention policies and programs at all levels within area of responsibility. Ensure all leaders understand that if they witness or otherwise know of incidents of sexual harassment, they are obligated to act. If they do not, they themselves are also engaging in sexual harassment. Set the standard (AR 600-20 June 2006 / 7-2 / PDF 70)