History
Our roots are in the feminist rape crisis movement that emerged in 2008 in response to violence against women and girls.
Our roots are as a feminist, women-led organisation that started in 2008 as Bristol Rape Crisis.
We started with 2 women, one phone, and a handful of amazing volunteers. From there on we worked tirelessly to continue to grow and develop to support as many people affected by sexual violence as possible.
We grew to cover the whole of Avon and Somerset
In 2013 we received funding to offer support to people across Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset, Somerset, or South Gloucestershire. The staff team grew and we started providing much needed counselling services.
Going from strength to strength
We now have nearly 50 members of staff and 30 volunteers. We run new, innovative support services, and national projects, alongside our original helpline that has provided a lifeline for victim-survivors since 2008. We became proudly trans-inclusive and continue to work on our equality, diversity, and inclusion to ensure that no one is left behind.
In this section
The latest from our news and blogs
Online Safety Act 2023: what might happen in practice? (Part 3)
In the third and final of our series of blogs looking at the Act, SARSAS comms volunteer, Toby, gives an overview of the positive impacts the Act may hopefully have, as well as some of its potential problems.
Frank’s Inspiring Art Auction for SARSAS
At SARAS, we are incredibly fortunate to be surrounded by people who go above and beyond to help us listen, believe, and support victim-survivors of sexual violence. One such person is the wonderful Frank, whose recent fundraising initiative not only surpassed expectations but also showcased the power of creativity and community spirit.
