Unless things change, statistically speaking, 1 in 3 women will be the victim of rape and sexual assault.

This is a startling statistc for most which we never really contemplate. We think about burglary, murder, hate crimes, but we never quite think of violence against women in the same way.

The question which always surfaces is, "Why is there no massive outcry?" Why can't we end sexual assault and violence against women. Who is preventing us from stopping perpetrators from perpetrating against women.

The documentaries here ask that question in difffernt ways in their respective communities.

I challenge you to take these films. Share them with your families and friends. Violence against women can only end when we all take a stand.

The stories in these films are powerful and heartwrenching. Sometimes, they are even too hard to bear. Take care of yourself as you watch them and break the silence.

NO! The Rape documentary, produced and directed by Aishsah Shahidah Simmons, features real testimonials by rape survivors of African descent, artist performances, and expert opinion from scholars, activist, and clergy.

Searching for Angela Shelton traces the filmmakers journey to meet other Angela Sheltons. She is shocked to learn that 70% of them have experienced some for of sexual violence.

Until The Violence Ends traces the global movement of Eve Ensler's V-Day. V-Day, a play sharing the voices and stories of women, has blossomed into a worldwide movement. Celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2008 in New Orleans, V-Day seems to be going strong.

V-Day as a non-profit has raised milions of dollars for organizations support women. Until The Violence Stops traces part of that movement.