Sexual violence support
If you are affected by sexual violence, call our free helpline on 0800 056 0905 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5pm). In an emergency, call 999. Do not suffer in silence.
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What is sexual violence?
Sexual violence includes a range of different behaviours, many of which - such as sexual assault or rape - are crimes.
Sexual abuse is often a component of domestic violence - for example, partners and former partners may use force, threats or intimidation to engage in sexual activity; they may taunt or use degrading treatment related to sexuality, force the use of pornography, or force their partners to have sex with other people.
Rape and sexual assault are crimes, whether or not they take place within marriage or between partners or ex-partners.
(The above definition of sexual violence is from the Women's Aid website).
Help available from Hackney Council
If you are affected by sexual violence, call our free helpline on 0800 056 0905 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5pm). In an emergency, call 999.
If you would like to know what happens when you contact us about sexual violence, please read our ‘How we help you’ information.
You can also contact one of the organisations below for more help and advice.
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Other organisations that can help you
Below you will find a list of other organisations that can help you if you are a victim of sexual violence.
The Havens
The Havens are specialist centres in London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. Visit www.thehavens.co.uk | EXIT PAGE
Rape Crisis
Provides a range of specialist services for women and girls that have been raped or experienced another form of sexual violence - whether as adults or as children. Visit www.rapecrisis.org.uk | EXIT PAGE
Barts and the London Sexual Health Centre
Offers a confidential service and adhere to patients' wishes and needs at all times. Visit www.bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk/sexualhealth/sexualassault.asp | EXIT PAGE
SupportLine
Help and support for anyone who has been a victim of rape or sexual assault and anyone caring for them. Visit www.supportline.org.uk/problems/rape_sexual-assault.php | EXIT PAGE
Women's Aid
A directory of domestic and sexual violence services across England and wales. Visit www.womensaid.org.uk | EXIT PAGE
Women and Girls Network (WGN)
Women and Girls Network (WGN) is a community-based organisation providing a comprehensive range of therapeutic services, which facilitate healing and recovery from experiences of violence. Visit www.wgn.org.uk/ | EXIT PAGE
Rights of Women
A free, confidential legal advice and support following sexual assault. Visit www.rightsofwomen.org.uk | EXIT PAGE
Mosac
Support and advice for non-abusing parents of abused children. Visit www.mosac.org.uk | EXIT PAGE
Childline
Telephone support for children. Visit www.childline.org.uk | EXIT PAGE
The nia Project
ISVA; refuge accommodation; advice; advocacy; and support. Visit www.niaproject.info | EXIT PAGE
Poppy Project
Provides specialist services for trafficked women. Vist www.eaves4women.co.uk/POPPY_Project/POPPY_Project.php | EXIT PAGE
Page updated: 15 Jun 2010
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