There has been intense energy throughout the Defense Department and Congress over the past few months as leaders tackle a growing and disturbing trend in military sexual assaults. As part of that movement, the Air Force's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office is making significant structural changes to strengthen its efforts to combat the problem. In addition to overhauling the SAPR office, the Air Force has plans to increase its reach and capability. Senior officials announced June 6 that Maj. Gen. Margaret H. Woodward would lead the SAPR office, which serves as the core of the Air Force's effort to reduce sexual assault within the ranks and to provide victims the support they need. Woodward previously oversaw the command-directed investigation into sexual misconduct at basic military training and all other Air Education and Training Command units.
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