Rape Crisis England & Wales

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If you have just experienced something, we have information and support.
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No matter how recently or long ago it happened, we are here for you.
I’m not sure what happened

It can be hard to know whether what you experienced was sexual violence or what to do next.

Take action this #16daysofactivism and join our campaign

Survivors of some of the worst crimes imaginable are being made to wait years for their cases to reach court.

Not only that, but many are having their court dates postponed multiple times.

That's why, for this year's #16daysofactivism, we're asking you to join us in putting pressure on MPs to cut these unacceptable waiting times.

The situation can't continue.

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Sexual violence in England and Wales

1 in 4women

have been raped or sexually assaulted as an adult
(6.54 million women in total)
1 in 18men

have been raped or sexually assaulted as an adult
(1.34 million men in total)
1 in 6children

have been sexually abused

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Together, we can make it happen.

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Child sexual abuse

Do the government's promises go far enough?

The Home Office has now responded to the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse's final report – and made many important commitments.

However, Rape Crisis England & Wales remains concerned that there is a long way to go in addressing the existing problems in social care, health services and the criminal justice system.

Read our full statement