(tw: sexual violence, rape). Sexual assault refers to any sexual contact made by a person towards another where consent is not first obtained. It is characterized by a broad range of sexual acts, carried out in circumstances in which the person has not freely consented to or is incapable of consenting to sexual activity. PEI is no stranger to sexual violence or the traumatic impacts it makes on individuals, families, and communities. To talk to us today about sexual violence, the shortcomings of existing systems, and avenues for more trauma-informed practices, with us today is Dr. Rachael Crowder, Executive Director of the PEI Rape and Sexual Assault Centre.