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  1. Resources & Research

Resources & Research

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. 

    Flow

    This short film, inspired by interviews with victims/survivors, employs the power of storytelling to spark debate about how we, as a society, hinder the disclosure of childhood sexual abuse. Read more

    Published: 23rd November, 2022

    Updated: 28th February, 2023

    Author: Vikki Robinson

    Survivor Support Resources

    Survivor Support Resources

    Survivor-led resources and practical tools to help people affected by sexual violence and abuse, and their supporters navigate their journey of healing. Read more

    Published: 4th May, 2022

    Updated: 31st May, 2023

    Author: Kate Hardy

    Next Steps for Special Measures - A review of the provision of special measures to vulnerable and intimidated witnesses

    Next Steps for Special Measures - A review of the provision of special measures to vulnerable and intimidated witnesses

    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

    Published: 19th May, 2021

    Updated: 20th May, 2021

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    Survivors' Journeys - Survivors' Voices: Including the voice of survivors in commissioning support services

    Survivors' Journeys - Survivors' Voices: Including the voice of survivors in commissioning support services

    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

    Published: 6th January, 2021

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    Victims' Code of Practice

    Victims' Code of Practice

    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

    Published: 18th November, 2020

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    Disclosure of non-recent (historic) childhood sexual abuse: What should researchers do?

    Disclosure of non-recent (historic) childhood sexual abuse: What should researchers do?

    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

    Published: 12th November, 2020

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    Sexual violence and COVID-19: all silent on the home front

    Sexual violence and COVID-19: all silent on the home front

    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

    Published: 21st October, 2020

    Updated: 5th January, 2021

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    Mesarch - Join a thousand voices for change!

    Mesarch - Join a thousand voices for change!

    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

    Published: 1st July, 2020

    Updated: 11th February, 2021

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    I didn't marry a monster

    I didn't marry a monster

    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

    Published: 3rd February, 2020

    Updated: 21st April, 2022

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    'What Works; patient and stakeholder engagement for Sexual Assault Referral Centres’

    'What Works; patient and stakeholder engagement for Sexual Assault Referral Centres’

    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

    Published: 13th November, 2019

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    The injustice of justice: female sexual violence victims and the fear of coming forward by Imogen Cheatham

    The injustice of justice: female sexual violence victims and the fear of coming forward by Imogen Cheatham

    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

    Published: 22nd September, 2019

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

    The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse

    The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse

    Read more

    Published: 24th July, 2019

    Updated: 23rd October, 2019

    Author: Deleted User

    Guides for LGBT+ Survivors

    Guides for LGBT+ Survivors

    Read more

    Published: 24th July, 2019

    Updated: 15th August, 2019

    Author: Deleted User

    Guides for and about Children & Young People

    Guides for and about Children & Young People

    Read more

    Published: 24th July, 2019

    Author: Deleted User

    Guides to Understanding & Healing

    Guides to Understanding & Healing

    Read more

    Published: 24th July, 2019

    Updated: 6th October, 2021

    Author: Deleted User

    Guides for Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

    Guides for Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

    Read more

    Published: 24th July, 2019

    Author: Deleted User

    Guides to Reporting and the Law

    Guides to Reporting and the Law

    Read more

    Published: 24th July, 2019

    Updated: 12th January, 2021

    Author: Deleted User

    Videos

    Videos

    Read more

    Published: 7th June, 2019

    Updated: 12th August, 2019

    Author: Deleted User

    Pregnancy, Birth and Parenthood after Childhood Sexual Abuse

    Pregnancy, Birth and Parenthood after Childhood Sexual Abuse

    This resource will help women, and their partners, who have experienced childhood sexual abuse (CSA) to prepare for pregnancy, birth and parenthood. Read more

    Published: 1st January, 2019

    Updated: 11th February, 2021

    Author: Sarah Cheadle

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      The Survivors Trust has 120 member organisations based in the UK & Ireland which provide specialist support for women, men & children who have survived rape, sexual violence or childhood sexual abuse.

    • Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC)

      Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC)

      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.

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      My Experience of EMDR & Treating Trauma

      Steph talks about how Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy helped her to heal after her experience of rape.

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      Jessica's story

      Jessica shares her story of sexual assault and rape and how she started her journey of healing.

    • Who We Are

      Who We Are

      The Survivors Trust is the largest umbrella agency for specialist sexual violence support services in Europe. Our member agencies provide information, advice, support and therapy to over 80,000 individual survivors each year. Our services work with victims and survivors of all ages, male and female, of all forms of sexual violence, sexual abuse and sexual exploitation.

    • "It'll only take ten minutes"

      "For him it was just ten minutes of his life and meant nothing. For me, it has affected the rest of mine ever since." Josephine shares her story in the hopes to inspire other survivors to not be ashamed to share their story.

    • RAINS (Ritual Abuse Information Network and Support)

      Information & advice service for survivors of ritual abuse.

    • Our Helpline

      Our Helpline

      Our free, national helpline provides information, advice and emotional support to all survivors of rape, sexual abuse and violence, and childhood sexual abuse. No matter when the abuse took place, we're here to support you.

    • Izzy's Story

      Izzy's Story

      I don’t know how my story will impact anybody, but I know it needs to be told. And if this story reaches you, I am so proud of you and your strength.

    • Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVA)

      Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVA)

      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.

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