Closing the Gap: Implementing Tracking Systems for Sexual Assault Evidence Kits

In today's Voice2Change episode, we delve into the critical issue of rape kit backlogs and the profound impact it has on sexual assault survivors. We'll discuss the frustration expressed by the lack of tracking for rape kits and the incredible efforts being made in Michigan and other states to implement tracking systems for victims, giving access to monitor the status of their rape kits. Join us as we uncover the challenges, progress, and crucial initiatives to address this issue, and learn why it is so important.

Our guest Rebecca Campbell graduated with a degree in psychology from Michigan State University and went on to do an internship at a domestic violence rape crisis center. She volunteered with survivors in hospital emergency rooms and helped them with medical forensic exams. This experience inspired her to go to graduate school and become a research psychologist, focusing on improving support for rape survivors. Her work is motivated by her experiences as a volunteer and her desire to make a positive impact in this field.

• The lack of tracking for rape kits

• Backlog in Detroit of 11,000 rape kits dating back to the 1980s
• Efforts to address the issue and prevent future backlogs
• Victims' rights regarding rape kit exams
• Law enforcement misconceptions about rape
• Understanding the resources available for sexual assault survivors
• Efforts to prevent similar backlogs in the future

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