Listening, believing and supporting

Support for people affected by rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives.

 

Last year, we supported 747 people in-person and provided 968 hours of support through our helpline services.

Stand alongside us in making change for people affected by sexual violence and working to end gender-based violence.

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You deserve support

Our experienced trainers combine teaching skills with trauma knowledge.

We can provide in-house training, online training, coaching and policy support on sexual harassment in the workplace, consent, bystander intervention, responding to disclosures and trauma and healthy relationships.

Our courses are tailored to your organisational needs:

  • Business and Non-Profit Organisations
  • Education settings
  • Healthcare settings
  • Charities

 

**WORKER PROTECTION ACT (2023)**

On 26 October, a new law was introduced requiring all employers to take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment. Does your business comply with the Worker Protection Act 2023? Find out how to protect your team and create a safer work environment here.

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What else do we do?

We’re proud to lead on some ground-breaking projects that shine a light on some of the lesser-known areas of sexual violence.

We have created resources and support that are free and available for anyone to access.

 

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Trauma and self-care: online course

We have created this free online course that can be accessed by anyone who wants to find more information on trauma and self-care.

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Upfront Survivors

A partnership project supporting the child sexual abuse survivor community to lead cultural change through creating visible survivor-led community spaces.

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Sibling sexual abuse project

Sibling sexual abuse is considered to be one of the most common forms of child sexual abuse within the family setting in the UK.

Interested in volunteering for SARSAS?

We are seeking

Helpline Volunteer

We are currently seeking Helpline Volunteers to join the SARSAS team and provide emotional support to people who have experienced rape and/or sexual
abuse at any time in their lives.

Other ways to get involved

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The latest from our news and blogs

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Shame must change sides

In four words, Gisèle Pelicot articulated what all women around the world need to hear. I want to explore the experience of shame as a victim of rape, because sometimes it’s just not as easy as “I shouldn’t be ashamed, so I won’t be”.

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Rape Culture: not just a buzzword

A university student, who experienced sexual violence during the first month of enrolling, reflects on the aftermath and the pervasive nature of rape culture on campus and within wider society.

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The impact of trauma on pregnancy, birth & parenthood

Becoming a parent is a life-changing experience, and for many, it can also be a challenging one. If you’ve experienced rape or sexual abuse, the past trauma can feel like a heavy weight, influencing your experiences throughout pregnancy, birth, and the early stages of parenthood.