Advice and support
If you’ve been a victim of VAWG or any VAWG offences, please report it as soon as possible. Even if you’re not 100% sure, we’d sooner hear from you so we can make sure you’re safe.
If you’re not ready to talk to the police just yet, that’s OK. Below you can find a range of places where you can get support, advice and help.
You can speak to these organisations in confidence and what you tell them won't be shared with the police unless you ask for it to be.
Independent sexual violence advisors (ISVAs)
Independent sexual violence advisors (ISVAs) work with adults and children who have experienced sexual violence and their families to get them access to the services they need. You can talk to an ISVA without talking to the police.
Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVA) | The Survivors Trust
You can access ISVAs through sexual assault referral centres (SARCs). SARCs have specially trained doctors, nurses and support workers on hand 24 hours a day, offering medical, practical, and emotional support to anyone who has been raped, sexually assaulted, or abused.
Find your local sexual assault referral centre
Other useful links
The charities, groups, and organisations below can also provide specialist information and support:
The Blue Sky Centre
Helpline and advice for anyone who's been raped or a victim of sexual assault. Based in Nuneaton.
Rosa - Rape or Sexual Assault Support
Independent charity offering Free confidential support for anyone who has experienced the trauma of rape, sexual abuse or sexual violence.
Safeline
Specialist, tailored support for anyone affected by or at risk of sexual abuse and rape.
Victim Support
A national charity dedicated to helping anyone affected by crime – not just victims and witnesses, but friends, family and anyone else caught up in the aftermath.
Rape Crisis
A national charity offering confidential help, advice and a range of Rape Crisis Centres around the UK.
Galop
A national charity providing advice and support to members of the LGBT community.
Safeline
A specialist sexual violence and abuse charity led by the needs of its clients.
The Survivors Trust
Provides specialist support for women and children who have survived rape, sexual violence or childhood sexual abuse.
Crimestoppers
A national charity with a free helpline for reporting crime anonymously.
Refuge
Refuge supports women, children and men with a range of services, including refuges, independent advocacy, community outreach and culturally specific services.
Women's Aid
Women’s Aid is a national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children.
For further advice visit: Support for victims and witnesses of crime | Warwickshire Police