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Rape Crisis England & Wales is the feminist charity working to end child sexual abuse, rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment and all other forms of sexual violence.

Did something sexual happen to you without your consent? Or you're not sure?

No matter when, where or how it happened, you can come to us.

We have lots of information and support that can help – and we will always listen to you and believe you.

Contact our 24/7 Support Line now
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Click a button below to explore your options and next steps. You are not alone.

Why our work is needed

Sexual violence is extremely common in England and Wales.

  • 1 in 4women

    have been raped or sexually assaulted since the age of 16

  • 1 in 6children

    have been sexually abused

  • 1 in 18men

    have been raped or sexually assaulted since the age of 16

Our campaign team gets 'Highly Commended' at this year's Charity Times Awards

We won the recognition for our Keep Counselling Confidential campaign.

It comes after the campaign achieved a HUGE victory earlier this year, with the government raising the legal threshold for police requests for rape survivors' counselling notes.

Find the full list of award winners

Find out more about the campaign
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