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This resolution commends the Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault (LaFASA) and designates Wednesday, April 30, 2025, as Denim Day at the Louisiana State Capitol, drawing inspiration from a 1998 Italian court case that sparked a global movement against sexual assault victim-blaming. The resolution highlights the origins of Denim Day, which began as a protest against a court ruling that suggested a sexual assault victim was not assaulted because of her tight jeans, and emphasizes the importance of challenging societal attitudes toward sexual violence. By recognizing LaFASA and its executive director Rafael de Castro, the resolution aims to support survivors, raise awareness about consent, and promote a culture of respect and integrity. The document calls for wearing denim as a symbol of solidarity with survivors and a statement against victim-blaming, ultimately seeking to create a world free from sexual violence.

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