Live Chat: a free, confidential space to talk online

Our Live Chat service provides a text-based way to get support from one of our specially trained volunteers if you’re not ready to speak on the phone, or if you simply prefer writing.

It’s free, anonymous, and open to anyone aged 13+ living in Bath, Bristol, North Somerset, Somerset, or South Gloucestershire.

How Live Chat works

During opening hours, a box will appear on our website, letting you connect online with one of our specially trained volunteers for up to 40 minutes.



Why use Live Chat?

Live Chat is ideal if you:

Appreciate communicating without pressure (don’t worry about spelling or grammar!)
Want flexible support without speaking on the phone
Prefer a private and discreet way to communicate
Find typing helps you express yourself at your own pace
Need quick access to advice, information, or helpful links


Need more support?

Find out more about Live Chat and our other Helpline & E-Support services.

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A UK study on pregnancy after rape: Little Ro’s reflections & contributions (part 3)

Content note: This post shares themes from research with women who have raised a child conceived through rape. There are no graphic details, but some readers may find the material emotionally difficult. Please take care of yourself while reading, and feel free to pause or stop at any point.

For subject names please contact info@toucan-productions.co.uk or GSKIMPACTAwards@gsk.com

A UK study on pregnancy after rape: themes, insights & limitations (part 2)

Content note: This blog shares themes from research with women who have raised a child conceived through rape. There are no graphic details, but some readers may find the material emotionally difficult. Please take care of yourself while reading, and feel free to pause or stop at any point.

For subject names please contact info@toucan-productions.co.uk or GSKIMPACTAwards@gsk.com

A UK study on rape pregnancy: shaping the research idea (part 1)

Content note: This blog discusses rape‑pregnancy. There are no graphic details, but some readers may find the topic difficult. Please take care of yourself while reading.