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The Survivors Trust's core aim is to ensure that society supports all survivors effectively and takes responsibility for ending sexual violence. If you are in need of support, we can help you in the following ways Read more
As a charity, we are always in need of funding and support in order to continue our work with our member agencies and survivors. There are plenty of ways that you can help us out with very little effort! Read more
Leaving a legacy donation after you pass away can be the biggest gift you can give to a small charity like ours, so we wanted to make it as simple as possible. Read more
The Survivors Trust is the only UK and Ireland-wide umbrella agency for specialist organisations supporting all survivors of rape, sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse. Our core aim is to ensure that society supports all survivors effectively and takes responsibility for ending sexual violence. But we can’t do it without the hard work of our fundraisers - so thank you from the bottom of our hearts for choosing to support us! Read more
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Victims-Survivors of rape and childhood sexual abuse often talk about the '2nd rape', a term often used by them to express their regret and disappointment after making a disclosure to a professional about their traumatic experience. It isn’t a matter of the professional deliberately trying to cause distress to their clients but more about them not understanding how trauma impacts a person. Read more
"I wanted to say I really appreciated your authenticity and passion. It really comes across in your presenting and inspired me to keep true to whom I am and fight for what I believe and stand for. Your commitment to the survivor and the process as well as your exceptional knowledge is inspirational!" Read more
When someone tells you they’ve been sexually assaulted or abused, it can be a lot to handle. A supportive reaction is essential to diminish any shame or blame the survivor usually takes on after abuse. Encouraging words and phrases can avoid judgement and show support for the survivor. Read more
SARCs (sexual assault referral centres) are specialist medical and forensic services for anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted. They are designed to be comfortable and multi-functional, providing private space for interviews and forensic examinations, and some may also offer sexual health and counselling services. Read more
Many specialist support agencies offer an Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) service to victims/survivors of rape and sexual assault. An ISVA is trained to look after your needs, and to ensure that you receive care and understanding. Read more
If you are a journalist reporting on sexual violence, we urge you to take the time to read the Independent Press Standards Organisation's Guidance on Reporting of Sexual Offences. This guide outlines the necessary protections that should be afforded to victims of sexual offences and provides a framework for thinking through safe and sensitive practice. The Independent Press Standards Organisation has also created a useful guide for survivors of sexual offences considering talking to the media. Read more
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This resource will help women who have experienced childhood sexual abuse (CSA) to prepare for pregnancy, birth and parenthood. Read more
In 1998 the report given by the Home Office, ‘Speaking Up for Justice’, (Section 28), established that vulnerable and intimidated witnesses should not be denied the emotional support and counselling they may need before and after a trial. Furthermore the decision to offer counselling and support should be based on the needs of the victim. However, despite this, some vulnerable witnesses are still being denied access to pre-trial therapy and emotional support Read more
The most recent Crime Survey for England and Wales estimated that 143,000 males aged 16 to 59 years were victims of a sexual assault in the last year. The Crown Prosecution Service acknowledges around 16 per cent of reported sexual offence victims are male, with the vast majority of incidents never even being reported to the police. Read more
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