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VA Launches Campaign Against Sexual Harassment and Assault

12/31/2025

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Secretary Douglas Collins announced a campaign to combat sexual harassment and assault in VA facilities.
Collins emphasized victims should report incidents to trusted VA staff for support.
The VA pamphlet lists behaviors such as bullying and sexual assault.
It also introduces the "4Ds"—Direct, Distract, Delegate, Document.
The initiative aims to support victims and prevent future incidents across VA facilities, offices, and cemeteries.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Secretary Douglas Collins announced a campaign to combat sexual harassment and assault in VA facilities.
Collins emphasized victims should report incidents to trusted VA staff for support.
The VA pamphlet lists behaviors such as bullying and sexual assault.
It also introduces the "4Ds"—Direct, Distract, Delegate, Document.
The initiative aims to support victims and prevent future incidents across VA facilities, offices, and cemeteries.