Rape and sexual assault

Specialist trauma support for children and young people through the Safer Futures programme. Trained workers help children work through what happened in a safe way.

Report online child sexual abuse to CEOP, part of the National Crime Agency. The reporting pages are designed for children aged 4 and up to use themselves.

Legal information about UK murder and manslaughter law. Also explains what you can expect from the criminal justice system if you’ve experienced sexual violence and decide to report.

Emotional support for children aged 12-18 who’ve been a victim of or witnessed a serious crime, including domestic abuse. For younger children, workers will try to find local play therapists and offer support and guidance to parents and carers.

Support for women, men, children and young people affected by domestic abuse. Workers can help with refuge accomodation, community services and education.

Support for LGBT+ people who’ve experienced domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, conversion therapy, honour-based abuse, forced marriage or other abuse.

Information about what gender-based violence online is and what to do if you experience it.

Report crime, get advice and find information about policing across Greater Manchester. Call 999 in an emergency or 101 for non-emergencies.

Specialist workers at St Mary’s Centre who’ll help you after a sexual assault. They can support you if your case goes to police or court.

Report suspected online child sexual abuse images or videos.

Greater Manchester initiative to protect young people and prosecute offenders. Each of the ten Greater Manchester districts has a dedicated team dealing with child sexual exploitation.

Support for anyone identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or under the LGBT umbrella, including people questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Specialist support for women and girls aged 13 and over who’ve experienced any form of sexual violence. Free confidential support including counselling.

Support if you’re an adult survivor of any form of child abuse. Taking a first step is difficult, but workers can provide support and signposting on your road to recovery.

Helplines for children and young people and for adults concerned about a child.

Safety scheme for sex workers. Report incidents, get alerts about dangerous individuals and access support.

Call 11 for urgent medical help when it’s not a 999 emergency. Available 24/7.

Charity working to end rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment and all other forms of sexual violence.

The UK’s largest domestic abuse charity for women. Offers advice, information and support.

Free legal advice for women on family law, domestic violence and sexual violence. Helplines available at set times.

Specialist support for adults and children who have experienced sexual assault. Their services include medical examinations, practical and emotional support and counselling.

Specialist support for survivors of rape, sexual violence or childhood sexual abuse.

Specialist support for males in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape or sexual exploitation.