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Sexual assault, violence target of march

May 3, 2016

De Anza College students marched across the Main Quad Wednesday, April 20, in observance of Take Back The Night an annual event to create awareness of sexual violence.

Take Back the Night marches began in the ‘70s and have drawn attention to topics such as rape as well as relationship and domestic violence.

Activities throughout the day included a film screening and letter writing to LGBT prisoners.

Organizer Atmaja Aswadhati was more interested in bringing awareness and support for victims.

“We want to empower women and spread the message that you are not alone,” Aswadhati said.

After an art session, a small crowd gathered for the march where people drew to express themselves on the walls, floors and pillars all over the route.

Biggy Gunawan, De Anza student, said dark areas on campus should be better lit.

“Empowering women and transgender is important,” she said. “We have heard about incidents on campus and having a safe campus should be our first priority.”

Everybody gathered for an open mic session where people shared their experiences and how sexual assault can impact a person’s mindset and their way of living.

Alexa Navarro, 25, paralegal studies said, “You can’t make your own life worthwhile without thinking of how to make other people’s life better.”

Sean Corona, 21, music major, writes down a message with chalk in the main quad.
Sean Corona, 21, music major, writes down a message with chalk in the main quad.
Artwork produced by De Anza College students decorates conference rooms A and B.
Artwork produced by De Anza College students decorates conference rooms A and B.
Alexa Navarro, 25, paralegal studies, performs stand up comedy to spread awareness of physical, gender, and sexual violence as part of Take Back The Night on April 20.
Alexa Navarro, 25, paralegal studies, performs stand up comedy to spread awareness of
physical, gender, and sexual violence as part of Take Back The Night on April 20.
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