You are not to blame for anything sexual that happened to you without your consent. You did not deserve what happened to you. You are not to blame. We are here for you 💜

Child sexual abuse includes rape and all of the other types of sexual violence* that also happen to adults. If you have experienced child sexual abuse – whether it was recently or a long time ago - we are here for you 💜

A few weeks ago we asked you to imagine a world without rape or sexual abuse, and asked what you would do differently. None of you are asking for too much, or something unimaginable or impossible. You just want to live 💜 And Rape Crisis will fight for a world where you can do exactly that 💜

Looking for meaningful work? Here is Part 2 of this week's job vacancies from some of our Rape Crisis member centres. You can find more details and more jobs here: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/ Good luck! 💜

Want a job that makes a difference? Here is Part 1 of this week's job vacancies from some of our Rape Crisis member centres. You can find more details and more jobs here: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/ Good luck! 💜

Whether it happened recently or years ago, you can reach out for support at any time. Free, confidential, and available to anyone aged 16 and over in England & Wales. You can call 0808 500 2222 or visit 247sexualabusesupport.org.uk any time, day or night, all year round.

It doesn't matter what you were wearing or what happened beforehand. Or if you experienced feelings of arousal. Or if you knew the perpetrator. If you didn’t consent to sexual activity of any kind then it is always sexual violence. And 100% of the blame lies with the perpetrator or perpetrators.

You could make a difference, you know. ISVAs are often a lifeline for survivors of sexual violence and abuse. Because of this, we offer accredited ISVA training for people working in both Rape Crisis and non-Rape Crisis services. More details on our website: https://ow.ly/OMxj50ZtRnk

All forms of sexual violence or abuse can have a serious and long-lasting impact on the people they happen to. Rape Crisis services are for victims and survivors of all forms of sexual violence and abuse – not just those whose experience fits the legal definition of rape. We believe you 💜

Looking for meaningful work? Here is Part 2 of this week's job vacancies from some of our Rape Crisis member centres. You can find more details and more jobs here: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/member-centres/ Good luck!

Want a job that makes a difference? Here is Part 1 of this week's job vacancies from some of our Rape Crisis member centres. You can find more jobs and more details here: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/member-centres/ Good luck!

Whenever it happened, you can reach out for support at any time. We will always listen to you and believe you, and we will never judge. Free, confidential, and available to anyone aged 16 and over in England & Wales. You can call 0808 500 2222 or visit https://ow.ly/FoBX50ZqOp8

We are now researching survivors’ experiences at trial, and survey findings will be utilised in ongoing policy and campaigns work. Read more and complete the survey: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/news/survey-sexual-violence-survivors-experiences-of-barristers-at-trial/? Please share this post 💜

@rapecrisis.bsky.social is now looking into sexual violence survivors' experiences at trial. Survey findings will be used in Rape Crisis' ongoing policy and campaigns work. The deadline to complete it is 10th August. 👇 rapecrisis.org.uk/news/survey-...

Survey: Sexual violence survivors’ experiences of barristers at trial

Rape Crisis England & Wales (RCEW) are researching the experiences of sexual violence survivors in criminal trials; specifically their experience of barristers - both prosecution and defence barrister...

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In case you missed it: We are now researching survivors’ experiences at trial, and survey findings will be utilised in ongoing policy and campaigns work. Read more, complete the survey: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/news/survey-sexual-violence-survivors-experiences-of-barristers-at-trial/

WE'RE HIRING 🎉 If you're some who enjoys improving systems, making sense of information and helping colleagues use digital platforms with confidence - this might be the role for you. More details here: https://defourpartnership.co.uk/job/digital-data-and-information-governance-coordinator/

Want a job that makes a difference? Here are this week's job vacancies from some of our Rape Crisis member centres. You can find more jobs, and more details here: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/member-centres/ Good luck! 💜

In case you missed it: We are now researching survivors’ experiences at trial, and survey findings will be utilised in ongoing policy and campaigns work. Read more, complete the survey: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/news/survey-sexual-violence-survivors-experiences-of-barristers-at-trial/

We all have the right to not want sex or any other kind of sexual activity. Without consent, any kind of sexual activity is sexual violence. >>> If you're read this far, what 🟥would you add?

What does it take to be an ISVA? Immy says: "As a kid, I was always nervous, anxious and shy. I hardly spoke. But I was always a good listener, because despite being shy I was always taking everything in." Read more: https://ow.ly/4riA50ZmVy3

Becoming an ISVA: From volunteering to smashing it

Immy Stopps is an ISVA based at Support After Rape and Sexual Violence Leeds. In this story, she shares her journey of becoming an ISVA.

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Being forced, pressured, bullied, manipulated, tricked or scared into engaging with sexual activity - this is not consent. If it's not given freely, then it's not consent. And if there was no consent then it was sexual violence.

📢Calling all runners! 📢 We have limited charity places for the 2027 TCS Double London Marathon on Saturday 24 April 2027, the first ever two-day edition of the race. If you have been waiting for the right reason to take on 26.2 miles, this is it 🤩 More details here: https://ow.ly/Zl3L50Zmqsx

Want to feel like you're doing meaningful work? Here are this week's job vacancies from some of our Rape Crisis member centres. You can find more roles and more details here: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/member-centres/ Good luck! 💜

We are now researching survivors’ experiences at trial, and survey findings will be utilised in ongoing policy and campaigns work. Read more, complete the survey: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/news/survey-sexual-violence-survivors-experiences-of-barristers-at-trial/? And please share if you can!

Campaign win! 🎉 The CPS have announced the expansion of a pilot scheme enabling survivors of rape and serious sexual assault to have their cases reviewed before they are permanently closed. Read more: https://ow.ly/pK7y50ZlAem

Supporting someone who has experienced rape or another form of sexual violence or abuse can feel really hard. The most important thing you can do for a victim or survivor is to listen to them and believe what they are saying. And then let them tell you what they need💜

Last week, the National Crime Agency (NCA) announced it had uncovered an international online network linked to organised drug-facilitated sexual abuse. Read our full statement on our website: https://ow.ly/8OPm50Zl6xe

SOLD OUT 🎉 The September dates for our ISVA training are now fully booked! If you've been thinking about doing this training, we recommend you book your space for November as soon as possible. Don't wait, secure your space while you can: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/about-us/isva-training/

We’re here for you, at any time of the day or night, at any time of year. Call us, or start an online chat with us, at any time, day or night, all year round. Call free: 0808 500 2222 Start an online chat: 247sexualabusesupport.org.uk

Calling all job hunters! Here are this week's job vacancies from some of our Rape Crisis member centres. You can find more details here: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/member-centres/ Good luck! 💜

Last month, Maxime Rowson - Policy Lead at RCEW - delivered a keynote speech to healthcare professionals at the Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence and Abuse Conference at Northumbria University We've shared some of the key points made for those who weren't in attendance. 💜