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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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Not sure where to start?

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

We are here for victims and survivors of child sexual abuse

Our name can be misleading. But Rape Crisis England & Wales – and our 38 member centres – have expertise in all forms of sexual violence and abuse, including child sexual abuse.

ℹ️ Find information

Visit our 'What is child sexual abuse?' page to find definitions, facts and statistics.

📞💬 Talk to someone now

If you're aged 16+, you can contact our free and confidential 24/7 Support Line.

🏬 Access longer-term support

36 of our member Rape Crisis centres offer longer-term support (such as counselling and advocacy) to young people aged 13-17, while 28 offer it to children aged 0-12.

All of our member centres deliver longer-term support to women who have experienced child sexual abuse. Many also support other adult survivors.

Please contact your local centre to find out more.

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