… Sexual Assault … Sexual Assault … What is Sexual Assault? Sexual assault occurs when someone is coerced or forced into any type of physical or sexual contact. You may know of sexual assault as "rape", "date … assaulted, and find that you are experiencing any of the above feelings or experiences, you should consider seeking help. What to do if you have been sexually assaulted: Find a safe environment - anywhere away from the attacker. Ask a trusted …