Mission

The Buckley Space Force Base SAPR team is committed to supporting individuals impacted by sexual assault, empowering them in their healing journey, and fostering a culture of respect and safety through education and intervention.

About Us

The Buckley SAPR program provides comprehensive support to individuals affected by sexual assault, including:

• Immediate support and crisis intervention
• Confidential advocacy and guidance on reporting options (restricted and unrestricted)
• Information and referrals to on- and off-base resources
• Accompaniment to investigative interviews, medical exams, and follow-up appointments (upon request)

What is Consent?

Consent is a freely given, affirmative agreement to the specific sexual activity. Silence, passivity, or lack of resistance does not mean consent. Someone who is incapacitated (by alcohol, drugs, sleep, etc.) cannot consent. Past relationships, attire, and coercion (force, threats, or fear) negate consent.

What is Sexual Assault?

Intentional sexual contact characterized by use of force, threats, intimidation, or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. The term includes a broad category of sexual offenses consisting of the following specific UCMJ offenses: rape, sexual assault, aggravated sexual contact, abusive sexual contact, forcible sodomy (forced oral or anal sex), or attempts to commit these acts.

What is Sexual Harassment?

Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that involves unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

• Submission to such conduct is made a condition of employment (quid pro quo);
• Submission to or rejection of such conduct affects employment decisions; or
• Such conduct creates a hostile or offensive work environment (severe or pervasive).

How to Report Sexual Harassment:

If you believe you have been sexually harassed, here is what you can do:

1. Document: Keep a record of the harassment, including dates, times, locations, witnesses, and any evidence like emails or texts.

2. Seek Support: Contact the SAPR office or the DoD Safe Helpline, they can provide confidential support and explain your reporting options.

3. Consider Your Reporting Options:

• Informal Reports (support and options, not always an investigation):
  • EO Office (Informal): Discuss concerns without a formal investigation.
  • SAPR Office: Confidential support and resources, with options for restricted (confidential) or unrestricted (investigation) reporting.
  • Chaplain: Confidential spiritual guidance and support.
• Formal Reports (leads to investigation):
  • Chain of Command: Report to your supervisor, commander, or first sergeant.
  • EO Office: Handles discrimination and harassment complaints.
  • IG Office: Investigates wrongdoing, especially involving authority figures.

*Important Reminders*

You Are Not Alone: Many resources are available to help you.

Retaliation is Illegal: You are protected from retaliation for reporting sexual harassment.

Confidential Support: SARCs and SAPR VAs offer confidential, on-going support, regardless of whether you choose to formally report.

Legal Advice: This information is for guidance only and not legal advice. Consult with your installation's SAPR and EO offices for specific procedures and legal counsel if needed.