SARSAS news

Keeping Counselling Confidential: campaign win

As one of 37 member centres of Rape Crisis England & Wales (RCEW), we’re celebrating a major step forward in protecting survivors’ privacy. Thanks to RCEW and partner organisations, new legislation will safeguard counselling notes – a key outcome of the powerful Keep Counselling Confidential campaign.

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Introducing our new strategy

We are thrilled to share our new three-year strategy, which sets out the direction and priorities for SARSAS as we continue our vital work supporting survivors and challenging sexual violence.

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We Hear You – A SARSAS short film, listening, believing and supporting survivors of sexual violence

Watch ‘We Hear You – a short SARSAS film and a testament to the power of listening, believing and supporting survivors.

SARSAS Supporter Celebration: an evening of courage, healing & hope

On Thursday 9 October, the SARSAS community came together at Hamilton House in Bristol, to celebrate, give thanks, and share our vision for the years ahead.

Celebrating impact: our 2024 – 2025 report

We’re proud to share our Impact Report for 2024-2025; a reflection of the resilience, courage, and hope that defines SARSAS and the people we support.

Ending sexual violence without fueling hate

At SARSAS, we know that violence against women and girls (VAWG) is rooted in misogyny, inequality, power and control. It is not about immigration. That’s why we have joined over 100 women’s rights organisations in signing a joint letter with the End Violence Against Women Coalition (EVAW), against the weaponisation of VAWG.

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Holding Space: a peer support group for older women

Last month, we launched a new peer support group for older women (aged 55 and over) who have experienced sexual violence at any point in their lives.

Making Waves: building confidence and connection on the water

Earlier this year, we partnered with All-Aboard Watersports – a charity that helps people access watersports in the heart of Bristol Harbour. Together, we ran a weekly group for eight survivors currently waiting for support with SARSAS.

Isabelle Smith, star of Hollyoaks: Why I’m running the Great Manchester Run for SARSAS

We’re so proud to share that Isabelle Smith, Hollyoaks star, is running the Great Manchester Run 10k this weekend in support of SARSAS!

We’re Here: a campaign for survivors of sexual assault in Bristol

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been proud to be part of something really special. The “We’re Here” campaign launched across Bristol to let survivors of sexual assault know: you’re not alone, and there is support.