Prevent. Assist. Restore.

The Department of Defense (DoD) Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO) represents the Secretary of Defense as the central authority charged with preventing sexual assault in the military and facilitating recovery for warfighters. SAPRO’s mission is to provide unparalleled warfighter support, advocacy, and recovery assistance – anytime, anywhere. SAPRO envisions a military free from sexual assault.

SAPRO collaborates with the Military Services and civilian organizations to develop and implement innovative prevention and response policies, programs, and best practices. SAPRO’s efforts are aligned with the National Defense Strategy and informed by DoD’s SAPR Strategy, the Prevention Plan of Action, and relevant guiding policies. DoD is also committed to the implementation of the Independent Review Commission on Sexual Assault in the Military’s recommendations to systemically improve prevention, climate and culture, victim care and support, and accountability.