SARSAS news
Joint advice on getting help after rape and sexual assault and the use of self-swab kits
If you or someone you know has been raped or sexually assaulted, there is support available from organisations in Bristol and throughout Avon and Somerset.
We’ve relaunched our online consent website for teens!
Navigating the world of sex and consent can feel overwhelming, especially for young people. That’s why we’re excited to relaunch PAUSE PLAY STOP – a free, easy-to-use online tool designed to help students aged 13+ feel more confident and in control when it comes to sex and consent.
A new resource for adult survivors of Sibling Sexual Abuse (SSA)
We are proud to announce the launch of a ground-breaking new website dedicated to supporting adult survivors of Sibling Sexual Abuse (SSA). This vital resource, designed by and for survivors, aims to fill a gap in the current support available for those who have faced the unique and often isolating trauma of SSA.
The Impact of Being a Trustee: More Than Just Meetings
Rachel Notley (SARSAS Trustee) recently shared her experience of being a Trustee in ‘Celebrate: Trowbridge Community Paper’
Trans, Non-Binary, and Intersex (TNBI) Support Group
Coming together in a confidential space to support each other and identify ways to move forward after rape & sexual abuse.
Celebrating Pride: Standing with LGBTQIA+ Victim-Survivors
At SARSAS, we are committed to supporting LGBTQIA+ people throughout the year.
Spotlight behind Hollyoaks sibling sexual abuse (SSA) storyline
For this blog, we’re joined by Tanith McCulloch, SARSAS Sibling Sexual Abuse Project Officer, as we go behind the scenes (and the screens!) to talk about our decision to work with Hollyoaks to help bring the message of sibling sexual abuse to a brand new audience.
Meet our new CEO: Lorri Weaving
We’re delighted to welcome Lorri Weaving as our new CEO. Lorri joined the SARSAS team three and a half years ago as Head of Services.
During this time, she’s been instrumental in helping to develop our service delivery teams, including our counselling, specialist support work and pathway navigation teams, as well as our helpline services.
