How does Enough prevent rape?

Enough can help prevent rape in several different ways

On campus, Enough sends a clear signal that there are consequences for not getting consent. The normalization of reporting and potential collection of DNA creates accountability that does not otherwise exist.

Enough’s presence via its highly visible ambassador teams, its events, its enormous presence on social media, and the presence of thousands of kits helps start widespread conversations on the importance of consent, the devastating impact of trauma, and the shamefulness of perpetrator behaviour

Enough has started to encourage and normalize the reporting and discussing of rapes by survivors. As this taboo is broken and survivors start receiving the care and support they deserve, even more survivors will choose to report

Enough publishes anonymous testimonies from rape reports received, ensuring that perpetrators know they are being reported. The knowledge that perpetrators are very likely to be reported to the Enough platform and that their DNA may have been collected and analyzed dramatically increases perceived risk for would-be perpetrators. The more credible the threat of being caught, the greater the deterrent effect.

In Somerset & Avon in 2024/25 out of 87 rape trials in a year (from an estimated 20,000 rapes), only 10 presented DNA evidence (CPS Data). 70% of those (7) resulted in a conviction.

Research (Cross et al, 2023) from the US suggests accusations of sexual assault made with a DNA sample may have a 9x increased likelihood of conviction compared to a case with no DNA evidence.

A DNA sample makes a huge difference and can be added to criminal databases, enhancing investigative reach and deterrence, helping to catch serial rapists

Enough could increase the likelihood of offender Identification and Prosecution, even in cases where the survivor does not know the assailant.

Higher prosecution rates would mean that offenders face real consequences, which serves as a deterrent to others who might consider committing sexual violence.