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Trafficking

Trafficking involves moving people with the aim of exploiting them. This may include sexual violence, bonded labour, and servitude.

How you can help

The most important and simple thing you can do to help a victim-survivor is to listen and believe.

Trauma

Trauma can be the event and the way it makes us feel after the event.

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SARC
Professionals blog

What is a sexual assault referral centre (SARC)?

A SARC can offer free, confidential medical, practical and emotional support to people who have been raped, sexually abused or assaulted at any point in their lives. They’re usually provided by the NHS, but will always have specially trained doctors, nurses and support workers.

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SARSAS news

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.

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Professionals blog

Be the change: how to be an Active Bystander

We can all be bystanders. Every day events unfold around us. At some point, we will register someone in danger. When this happens, we can decide to do or say something (and become an active bystander), or to let it go (and remain a passive bystander).

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