Which role is typically responsible for coordinating sexual assault survivor care in a military environment?

• A. SARC
• B. Commanding Officer
• C. Medical Director
• D. Public Affairs Officer

Answer: (A)

The Sexual Assault Response Coordinator coordinates sexual assault survivor care in a military environment. This role acts as the primary, confidential point of contact for a survivor, organizing access to medical care, advocacy, counseling, and referrals, and coordinating with SHARP, legal, and investigative processes as needed. The focus is on a survivor-centered, integrated response that preserves privacy and safety.

The other roles have different primary responsibilities: the commanding officer provides leadership and command oversight but does not manage survivor-care coordination on a case-by-case basis; the medical director oversees clinical policy and medical treatment but not the overall coordination of services; and the public affairs officer handles communications and external messaging rather than direct survivor-care coordination.