Idaho State Police announced this week that 250 nurse sexual assault examiners have been trained as part of its initiative.

The statewide initiative was established in 2017 to train 250 nurses to provide forensic examinations, improving access to care for survivors of sexual assault.

With the dedication of these nurses who have completed the SANE training program, medical and forensic support is available to more Idaho survivors, according to a news release.

“Achieving this milestone means more survivors in Idaho, especially in rural areas, can get the care they need sooner and closer to home,” said Deb Wetherelt, director of the SANE Program.