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.
Other ways to get involved
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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.
Interested in joining the SARSAS Team?
We are seeking
Specialist Support Worker
We are currently seeking a Specialist Support Worker to join the SARSAS team and work with women and non-binary people who are autistic and/or have learning disabilities that have experienced rape or sexual violence.
Other ways to get involved
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The latest from our news and blogs
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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.