💬 Need Help Now? Support for Sexual Violence
If you've experienced sexual violence, you're not alone—and you don’t have to deal with it by yourself.
- You can speak confidentially to trained university staff.
- Or, if you prefer, contact an external support service directly.
Take your time. What you do next is your choice. Find a safe space, stay warm, and ask someone you trust to be with you. If you're not ready to talk to friends or family, you can call the Rape Crisis National Helpline: 📞 0808 802 9999 (free and confidential)
🛑 Thinking About Reporting or Getting Medical Help?
If you’re considering going to the police or getting a forensic medical exam at a Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), try to:
- Avoid washing or brushing your teeth
- Don’t eat, drink, smoke, or go to the toilet
- Keep your clothes on—or if you change, don’t wash them and put them in a clean bag
- Don’t tidy up the area where it happened
It’s okay if you’ve already done some of these things. Evidence may still be collected.
You’re in Control
You don’t have to do anything right now. Taking time to think things through is completely valid.
If you want help understanding your options or just someone to talk to, support is here when you’re ready.