DID YOU KNOW?
In 1992 the Italian Supreme Court overturned a rape conviction because the justices felt that because the 18-year-old victim was wearing tight jeans the day of the attack, she must have helped her attacker remove them, thereby implying consent. Enraged by the verdict, the women in the Italian Parliament launched a protest wearing jeans on the steps of the Supreme Court on the day after the ruling. Since then, wearing jeans on Denim Day has become a symbol of the need for prevention and education about sexual violence.
The day itself is a time for activities dispelling misconceptions as well as educating people about sexual violence and its prevention.
DENIM DAY 2022
Choose to support the Denim Day campaign and sexual violence prevention leading up to and on Wednesday, April 27, 2022.
Tuesday, April 26th
10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Student Center Forum
– Pick up a free t-shirt, pin, sticker, educational materials (available while supplies last)
– Share a supportive thought or piece of artwork by painting a window
Wednesday, April 27th
Wear your denim/jeans and Denim Day t-shirt with a purpose!
All Clarkson community members (students, faculty, and staff) are encouraged to participate.
10 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Student Center Forum
– Pick up a free t-shirt, pin, sticker, educational materials (available while supplies last)
– Share a supportive thought or piece of artwork by decorating the outdoor sidewalk with chalk and/or coloring provided materials
4:00 p.m. in the Student Center Multi-Purpose Rooms
– Watch and discuss “Nevertheless”
Be sure to show your support on social media by using the hashtags #CUinDenim and #DENIMDAY!
Additional Resources to Show Support
Zoom Backgrounds
Coloring Pages
Social Media Images
This campus-wide initiative would not be possible without the support of the following University departments:
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Office
Title IX Team
Office of Residence Life
Office of the Dean of Students
Office of Accessibility
Office of Student Life
Campus Safety and Security
Student Health and Counseling Center