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and four further survivor charities are petitioning the Secretary of State for Education Michael Gove to introduce law requiring schools, faith groups, sports bodies, NHS, early years settings to inform the Local Authority Designated Officer of all allegations and incidents of suspected and known abuse. Presently no such legal obligation exists, and there is no sanction on any Regulated Activity, as these institutions are termed, for failing to inform the LADO.
Rape and sexual abuse can happen to anyone regardless of their age, gender, race, religion, culture or social status.
Living with the consequences of rape and sexual abuse can be devastating. We believe that all survivors are entitled to receive the best possible response to their needs whether or not they choose to report.
Information about The Survivors Trust national network of specialist support agencies, TST National Service Standards and membership of our organisation.
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If you or someone you know has experienced rape or sexual abuse, there is help available. This section contains information and contact details of specialist support services and useful resource material.
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You can support The Survivors Trust in a number of ways, whether it be campaigning, organising a fundraising event or donating to our cause. Find out further information here.
Read More »Jobs, volunteer and professional development opportunities available in the rape and sexual abuse support sector. read more »
National training events, workshops and conferences happening in our sector – including TST ISVA training programmes. read more »
News items and press statements from The Survivors Trust, TST member agencies and other relevant organisations. read more »
The Survivors Trust has produced a series of nine short films giving information about rape, sexual violence and sexual abuse. read more »
The Survivors Trust has over 130 member agencies which provide support for women, men and children who are survivors of rape, sexual violence or childhood sexual abuse. For details of specialist support services in your area please roll over your region on the UK map to the right.
A list of Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) services, which provide advocacy and practical support services for survivors, can be found here. Additionally, a list of Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) can be found by clicking here
