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Support for victims of sexual violence or abuse

If you or someone you know are in immediate danger, call 999.

Survivors/Victims of rape, sexual assault and domestic abuse will often want to talk to someone who can provide a specialist service tailored to their needs and circumstances.

For that reason we have provided information about national and some local organisations who provide support based on specific experience of violence or abuse, as well as on identity characteristics such as gender identity, sexuality or cultural background:

Other resources

Resources for supporting friends or family are provided as handouts within the toolkit.

SARSAS (Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support) have produced a self help guide for survivors of sexual violence.

Download self help guide for survivors of sexual violence.