NW Sexual Violence Awareness Week

Myth: People who escape from abuse move on with their lives. Reality: The effects of abuse can last a lifetime – and survivors may experience ongoing physical & emotional trauma. Support is available orlo.uk/1tjBZ #WhiteRibbonDay #SexualViolence #ChangeTheStory

RASA Merseyside provide a helpline, counselling support, ISVA service, clinical hypnotherapy, group support, and children's services to survivors of sexual violence across #Merseyside. ☎️ 0151 5581801 📧 [email protected] 🌐 orlo.uk/j2gky @RASAMerseyside

Myth: Domestic and sexual abuse only happens to certain types of people. Reality: Domestic and sexual abuse happens across all demographics, regardless of age, gender, race, religion or socioeconomic status. Get help: orlo.uk/5by6N #VAWG #SexualViolence #16Days

Sexual violence is ANY unwanted sexual act or activity. If you have been affected by sexual violence, find your local support service via our website: orlo.uk/e7qjw

Myth: Reporting abuse will make things worse for the victim Reality: Don’t assume reporting your concerns will make things worse. Chances are, it’ll make things a whole lot better Click here for support across the North West. orlo.uk/Y8ctm #WhiteRibbon #16days

Changing the narrative around victim blaming... watch this video by @RASAMerseyside discussing the topic with Dr. Jessica Taylor, from Victim Focus. orlo.uk/4y6VP ☎️ 0151 5581801 📧 [email protected]

Myth: Leaving an abusive relationship is easy if they really want to Reality: Leaving an abusive relationship can be difficult and dangerous If you have been affected by sexual violence please take a look at our website for local services that can help orlo.uk/8GfVN

Myth: Abusers are always angry or violent & can’t control their behaviour. Reality: Abusers are rarely angry or violent all the time. Do they shout at their boss or slam doors at work? If they can switch it on & off, they can control it. #VAWG #ChangeTheStory #16Days #WRD23

📹▶️ If you've been approached by a friend for help after rape, you may feel worried about how best to support them. @victimsupport explains how you can help in their video orlo.uk/OtBDV Find your nearest support service via our website.

As part of the partnership between @cheshirepcc and Savera UK to tackle 'honour'-based abuse and harmful practices, there is a free online awareness session on for Cheshire residents on Wednesday 29 November from 12-12.30pm. orlo.uk/tuNss

Congratulations to @RapeSupport on securing a significant grant from The National Lottery Community Fund to drive forward their new 5-year project aimed at providing essential wellbeing support to survivors of sexual violence across Cheshire and Halton. orlo.uk/NkQiv

Myth: Domestic abuse only happens in intimate relationships like marriages Reality: Domestic abuse can happen in any close or intimate relationship. Domestic abuse information and support available in Cheshire here: orlo.uk/zWdqQ #WhiteRibbon #ChangeTheStory

Today marks the start of 16 Days of Action, where people around the world unite to raise awareness about gender-based violence. This year, we’ll be dispelling some of the common myths surrounding domestic violence & abuse. #WhiteRibbonDay #16Days #WRD23

Tomorrow is #WhiteRibbonDay The #WhiteRibbon Campaign is a global movement of men and boys working to end male violence against women and girls. Find out more here: orlo.uk/1eyag #VAWG #EndMaleViolence #MakeThePromise

The perpetrator is 100% responsible for sexual violence. There is no excuse; it can never be justified or explained away. If you are looking for support and advice, find your local support service via our website: orlo.uk/DnpPC

The Rainbow Centre Alder Hey is a Children's Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) providing acute and non-acute examinations, forensic examinations, and holistic health assessments. ☎️ 01512 525609

Meet the team behind @thebridgewaysarc and see what they do... orlo.uk/HWbWS You can self refer to a sexual assault referral centre (#SARC) and access free confidential support. ☎️ 0808 1186432 📧 [email protected]

SAFE Place Merseyside provides immediate crisis support and a forensic medical examination for survivors of sexual violence. ☎️ 0151 295 3550 🌐orlo.uk/O2tso @SAFEPlaceMside

Applications are still open for @StmarysSARC FMERSA course 2024! The course will be taking place in Manchester and is an essential part of your Forensic Medical career. Book Now! orlo.uk/Wo9Co

Are you a survivor of rape or another sexual offence? Operation Soteria Bluestone is inviting survivors of rape and other sexual offences to take part in a survey about your experience with the police. Click here to take part 👉 orlo.uk/C9PuR #OpSoteriaBluestone