: Warning videos, while well-intentioned, can reinforce the "rape myth" that victims are responsible for preventing their own assaults. Responses and Countermeasures
: While TikTok reported no evidence of the original video, the hashtag #April24 and related content amassed millions of views. Most of these were "response videos" from users sharing safety warnings or making threats against potential perpetrators, which inadvertently helped the hoax spread. RAPE DAY
: The spread of such content can trigger severe trauma symptoms in survivors of sexual assault. : Warning videos, while well-intentioned, can reinforce the
: Platforms like TikTok have stated they monitor for and remove content promoting violence, though critics at ISD Global argue that moderation strategies often fail to trigger warning labels or promote debunking posts. : The spread of such content can trigger
: Police departments globally have issued statements confirming there is no such "legal" day and that all sexual assault remains a serious criminal offense.
Despite being fake, the "holiday" causes significant real-world harm: