GMP supports National Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2024

The National Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week started Monday 5 February, and runs until Sunday 11 February 2024.

This dedicated week-long campaign aims to address the pressing issues of sexual abuse and sexual violence, challenging societal norms, stereotypes, and misconceptions surrounding rape and other sexual offences (RAOSO). The weeklong campaign also aims to shine a spotlight on how much support is available across the UK. This includes medical professionals, mental health services and charities, amongst others.

For further information and support organisations in Greater Manchester, please visit: Manchester: Survivor Support Pack - Sexual Violence Support

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) remain committed to tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and will continue to signpost victims and survivors to our dedicated regional support services which can support you regardless of whether you wish to receive police support or not.

GMP take all reports of rape and other sexual offences extremely seriously and will investigate every report sensitively, thoroughly and to ensure that the victim/survivor feels supported at all times and when they feel ready to do so.

The National Operation Soteria Victim Experience Survey remains open until Sunday 30 June 2024. The survey aims to give a voice to all victims and survivors of rape or sexual assault whose case has been investigated by a UK police force. No matter what your view, both positive and negative, will be valuable in helping police forces across the UK to improve their response in dealing with rape and other sexual offences. You can complete the survey more than once, either about the same case if your experience has changed, or about a different case.

Complete the survey here.

Report & Support

If you or someone you know has been a victim of rape or other sexual offences, we encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to the police by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency.

You can also report information and crimes on our website (www.gmp.police.uk) using the 'report' tool. Alternatively, you can report information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

There are also lots of organisations and support agencies available across Greater Manchester that can help and provide support for you. For more information on rape and serious sexual assault and the support services available to you, please visit our support pages.

Support for Rape and Sexual Assault:            

• St. Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre - Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live or have been sexually assaulted within Greater Manchester. They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages. Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.
  
  
• Greater Manchester Victims’ Services - If you’ve been a victim of any crime or have been affected by crime committed against someone you know, our specialist advisers can help you find the strength to deal with what you’ve been through. Our services are free and available to everyone, regardless of whether the crime has been reported or when it happened. Call on 0800 876 6155 or email [email protected].
  
  
• Greater Manchester Rape Crisis - is a confidential information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives. Call on 0161 273 4500 or email [email protected]
  
  
• TRC Sexual Abuse & Rape Support Greater Manchester – We're a feminist organisation dedicated to supporting women who have experienced rape, sexual abuse, or unwanted sex, regardless of when or where it occurred. We offer a non-judgmental, confidential helpline (including one specifically for minoritised women), a live chat and email services, along with free counselling. Call 0161 647 7559 or free phone on 0800 783 4608.
  
  
• We Are Survivors Manchester - provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape, or sexual exploitation. Call 0161 236 2182.