date rape

Date rape, also known as acquaintance rape, is a type of rape in which the perpetrator and the victim are acquaintances, know each other, or have had a romantic or potentially sexual relationship before the assault occurred. This form of sexual violence often involves manipulation, coercion, and miscommunication about consent, making it difficult for survivors to come forward and seek justice. Date rape can happen anywhere, including at the perpetrator's home, at a party, or even in a public place. It can involve forceful penetration, drugging, intoxication, intimidation, or the use of threats or manipulative tactics to obtain consent that was not freely given.