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This page includes research and resources that we have both created and compiled from our member agencies and other organisations working to support survivors of sexual violence. These will be handy for understanding what happened, how you feel or for what to do next. These guides are also very useful for professionals and students looking to expand their knowledge.
Special measures are intended to help vulnerable and intimidated witnesses give their best evidence to the court. This review explores the current provision of special measures, from the initial assessment of a witness’s need to trial. Read more
Survivors' Journeys - Survivors' Voices conference, held in October 2014, sought to redress the lack of survivors' voices and views on service development and commissioning processes. This report highlights the findings from the event. Read more
The Ministry of Justice have published a simplified and updated Victims’ Code alongside the government response to its consultation: ‘Improving the Victims’ Code’. Read more
This paper highlights important considerations for Research Ethics Committees on the importance of preserving confidentiality of disclosures by adults of non-recent abuse. Read more
In this article, Clare Gunby et al reflect on the framing of violence against women in mainstream media in the UK, and some policy documents and guidance, in the first four weeks of the COVID-19 induced lockdown. Read more
This research is inviting over 1000 individuals who have attended a Sexual Assault Referral Centre in England to take part, to ‘join a thousand voices for change’. Read more
Marital ‘rape’ is a hidden recurring issue which people, mostly women, are reluctant to open up about. This video created by Ola and her partner Olu highlights the taboo issue and reminds those affected that help is available. Read more
NHS England worked with service users and key partners to develop the ‘What Works; patient and stakeholder engagement for Sexual Assault Referral Centres’ report. Read more
A dissertation submitted to the University of Sheffield for the partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of the degree of BA in International Relations and Politics. Read more
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This resource will help women, and their partners, who have experienced childhood sexual abuse (CSA) to prepare for pregnancy, birth and parenthood. Read more