Victims of rape and sexual abuse are being encouraged to seek vital support through a new Government campaign.
- New campaign to raise awareness of 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line
- Service provides free support to all victims and their families
- Campaign key to delivery of Government's Plan for Change to create safer streets
Over one million adults a year experience sexual violence, yet many are not aware of the free help available through the 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support line.
A dedicated awareness campaign, launching today, is designed to reach the survivors still suffering in silence. This contributes to the Government's Safer Streets Mission to halve violence against women and girls over the next 10 years. The campaign launch coincides with Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week.
Funded by the Ministry of Justice and delivered by Rape Crisis England & Wales, the line handled over 100,000 calls and webchats in its second year, providing victims aged 16 and over with a free, confidential, emotional support and listening service.
Minister of State for Courts and Legal Services, Sarah Sackman, said:
Talking about sexual assault isn't easy, but no one should suffer in silence.
Sexual violence - in all forms - is a traumatic crime. It takes courage to seek help, and the 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line is there to support people with that essential first step.
If you're in need of help today, please
