USAP
About USAP Funding
The Utah Sexual Assault Program (USAP) provides state funding to address sexual assault across Utah. These funds are allocated by the State of Utah to strengthen services and improve how communities respond to sexual assault.
USAP funding helps build a coordinated response across the state so survivors can receive consistent, high-quality support no matter where they seek help.
How USAP Funding Supports Victims and Service Providers
A portion of USAP funding is designated to support state-identified Rape Crisis Centers, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) programs, statewide coalitions, and other priority areas identified each year.
By supporting these programs, USAP funding helps ensure survivors have access to advocacy, medical care, and other services that promote safety, healing, and recovery.
Standards of Care for Rape Crisis Center
Rape Crisis Centers funded through this program must provide the Five Standards of Care. These core services ensure victims of sexual assault can access immediate crisis intervention, advocacy, and resources when they need them most, and that victims receive the same thorough, trauma-informed care no matter where they seek services in the state.
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How Funds May be Used
USAP funding must be used to support the direct response to and prevention of sexual assault. Funds are intended to strengthen the work of frontline service providers and the organizations that support them. This funding may be used for activities that help victims receive services, improve community response, and support programs that assist survivors.