Spotlight: Jordan High School’s SASH Club

The fight to keep schools safe for everyone is a never-ending one, and that’s why it’s more important than ever to stand up for yourself and others. Jordan High School’s SASH Club is working to do just that, one meeting at a time.

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The Mission

Students Against Sexual Harassment aims to eliminate sexual violence in schools, educate students, and be a safe space to talk about delicate issues surrounding sexual assault. The club has been working with organizations like Durham Crisis Response and Stand Up Speak Out to spread awareness and make change. SASH at Jordan is a part of a national network of SASH Clubs, which itself is run under the nonprofit SSAIS, or Stop Sexual Assault in Schools.

The Method

In years past, SASH has done fundraisers, such as partnering with Jordan’s Spectrum Alliance and the Trevor Project at the Fall Market, to raise money for victims of sexual abuse and nonprofits. The club hopes to continue raising money in similar events this school year. During the month of October, SASH will be focusing on outreach for  Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This will include a booth at Falcon Fest, social media posts, announcements, partnership with Durham Crisis Response and Stand Up Speak Out, and more. They have events planned in November, such as participating in the Fall Market, as well as April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, to build community and spread their message. The club is also looking into working with Student Government, publishing a newsletter, and doing outreach programs with athletes.

Title IX

One key topic on the agenda is Title IX, with SSAIS seminars and SASH presentations planned to inform people about their legal protections at school. Title IX is a statute under the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights that among other things prohibits sex-based discrimination and protects LGBTQ+ students. Keeping the student body informed on their Title IX rights is critical to keeping Jordan safe!

The Message

SASH wants everyone to be safe, comfortable, and respected at school, and our community is essential to reaching that goal. Any support helps them do good, whether it be spreading their posts, attending meetings, or coming to events. You can find them in Room 411 at 8:30 on Mondays, or keep up with SASH news on Instagram @jhs_sashclub and on Remind @jhssash. They’ve also been featured on the SSAIS blog, with a spotlight on the origins of the club and their goals. We hope you’ll join the SASH club in protecting Jordan from sexual harassment!