There are lots of other organisations you can contact for advice and support if you’ve been sexually assaulted or raped, whether it happened recently, or many months or even years ago. They’re also there for your family and friends.

We’ve listed these organisations by your needs.

They can help you with practical things such as finding somewhere to live in an emergency; escaping from domestic violence; finding local support groups and counselling services; understanding what happens in court; and getting criminal compensation.

I’m under 18 and want to talk someone

ChildLine

Children and young people can contact ChildLine about anything. No problem is too big or too small. Whatever your worry it’s better out than in.

Tel: 0800 1111 (24 hours)

www.childline.org.uk

I need emergency accommodation

National Domestic Violence helpline

Women experiencing domestic violence – as well as their family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf – can contact this nationwide helpline 24/7 for help and advice.

Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (24 hours)

www.nationaldomesticviolencehelpline.org.uk

Men’s Advice Line

Advice and support for men experiencing domestic violence and abuse.

Tel: 0808 801 0327

www.mensadviceline.org.uk

I want advice on coping with rape or sexual assault

London Survivors Gateway

The hub for sexual violence support services in London.

Helpline: 0808 801 0860

www.survivorsgateway.london/

London Rape Crisis

Support and services for women and girls, and information about support agencies for men.

Helpline: 0808 802 9999

www.rapecrisis.org.uk

Survivors UK

Information, support and counselling for men and boys who have been raped or sexually abused.

www.survivorsuk.org

Women and Girls’ Network

Counselling and support to help women and girls recover from violence.

Sexual violence helpline: 0808 801 0770

www.wgn.org.uk

Galop

Advice, support and advocacy for lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans* (LGBT) people.

Helpline: 020 7704 2040

www.galop.org.uk

Respond

Helps children and adults with learning disabilities who have experienced abuse or trauma, as well as those who have abused others, through psychotherapy, advocacy, and other support.

Tel: 0808 808 0700

www.respond.org.uk

Samaritans

Talk to the Samaritans any time you like, in your own way, and off the record, about whatever’s getting to you.

Helpline: 116 123 (24 hours)

www.samaritans.org

Victim Support

Free and confidential support to help you deal with your experience, whether or not you report the crime. Also supports witnesses of crime.

Supportline: 08 08 16 89 111

www.victimsupport.org.uk

Counselling Directory

A resource hub to help you to find a qualified and insured counsellor. The website features advice and guidance from counsellors, including a supportive information section on sexual assault.

www.counselling-directory.org.uk

I want to know about the law and what happens in court

Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)

Explains what the CPS does and what happens, from reporting a crime to passing sentence.

CPS London: 020 3357 7000

www.cps.gov.uk

Rights of Women

Free confidential legal advice for women in London and their advisers.

Advice line: 020 7608 1137

www.rightsofwomen.org.uk

I want advice on supporting my child

Papyrus

Support and advice for parents about young people under the age of 35 and suicide.

HOPELineUK0800 068 41 41

www.papyrus.org.uk

Young Minds

Advice for parents concerned about their child’s emotional and mental health.

Helpline: 0808 802 5544

www.youngminds.org.uk

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Details of counsellors and therapists working in London and elsewhere in the UK.

www.bacp.co.uk

We Stand

A range of support services and information for families affected by child sexual abuse.

Helpline: 0800 980 1958

www.westand.org.uk

South London CSA Support Services

South London CSA Support Services have created a Parent & Caregiver Guide alongside two stories for children What Happened to LJ and What Happened to Elephant.

I’m worried about a child

NSPCC

24 -hour child protection helpline with information and advice for anyone worried about a child’s physical and emotional safety.

Helpline: 0808 800 5000

www.nspcc.org.uk

I want advice on supporting a relative or friend

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Details of counsellors and therapists working in London and elsewhere in the UK.

www.bacp.co.uk