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Trans, Non-Binary, and Intersex (TNBI) Support Group
Coming together in a confidential space to support each other and identify ways to move forward after rape & sexual abuse.
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Sleep and trauma
Sleep is crucial for everyone. However, for victim-survivors of sexual violence, it can play a vital role in allowing the brain and body to start healing, processing emotions, and restoring energy levels, which are often depleted after experiencing trauma.
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Celebrating Pride: Standing with LGBTQIA+ Victim-Survivors
At SARSAS, we are committed to supporting LGBTQIA+ people throughout the year.
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Survivor voice: Trauma, Therapy & The Truman Show
Itβs a bit of an odd title for a blog. The first two Ts go hand in hand, but what about the third? One member of the SARSAS team discusses how this β90s cult classic became an unlikely source of inspiration in her healing ‘journey’.
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Online Safety Act 2023: what protections are there for women and girls? (Part 2)
Online violence against women and girls is a striking issue in the UK, with many people largely unaware of the abuse perpetrated online.
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Spotlight behind Hollyoaks sibling sexual abuse (SSA) storyline
For this blog, we’re joined by Tanith McCulloch, SARSAS Sibling Sexual Abuse Project Officer, as we go behind the scenes (and the screens!) to talk about our decision to work with Hollyoaks to help bring the message of sibling sexual abuse to a brand new audience.
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Campaign to include protections for women & girls in the Online Safety Act 2023 (Part 1)
Online violence against women and girls is a striking issue in the UK, with many people largely unaware of the abuse perpetrated online.
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Somatic Therapy: connecting body and mind
Healing from any kind of trauma can be a challenging process. However, there are many techniques that people might find beneficial to explore as part of their healing journey.
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Meet our new CEO: Lorri Weaving
We’re delighted to welcome Lorri Weaving as our new CEO. Lorri joined the SARSAS team three and a half years ago as Head of Services.
During this time, she’s been instrumental in helping to develop our service delivery teams, including our counselling, specialist support work and pathway navigation teams, as well as our helpline services.