If you have experienced sexual violence, whether recently or in the past, there are people you can talk to including any member of the college welfare team. You will be heard and supported without judgement.
You have the choice to report what has happened, or not to.
Your safety, health and wellbeing are paramount. Here you will find info on specialist support and health care.
Emergencies
If you or someone else is in danger and need urgent help call 999
Sexual Abuse Referral Centres
SARCs offer healthcare, after-care support, information and forensic examination following rape and sexual assaults that occurred within the last 7 days.
Care and support is based on individual need and choice, available whether or not someone wishes to involve police.
Sexual Abuse Referral Centre (SARC) for anyone in Oxfordshire
Free, confidential healthcare and compassionate support in two centres: Bicester and Slough to anyone in Thames Valley that has experienced sexual assault including rape. (T) 0330 233 0099 open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Email: solacethamesvalley.sarc@nhs.net (monitored 9 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday) Call to speak with a nurse for support and to discuss your options for making an in-person appointment and/or referrals.
Sexual Abuse Referral Centre (SARC) anywhere in England
Find a SARC in England using the postcode search.
Sexual Abuse Referral Centre (SARC) Wales
Find a SARC in Wales
Sexual Abuse Referral Centre (SARC) Scotland
Find a SARC in Scotland.
Medical Care Following Sexual Assault
Seeking medical treatment, support and advice for any injuries, or any other physical or mental health concerns
NHS 111 Telephone
For physical and mental health needs, they will assess and advise what treatment you may need including whether you should see a Doctor, attend an Urgent Treatment Centre or an Emergency Department.
NHS 111 Online
Digital triage service similar to calling 111
Accident & Emergency Oxford
Emergency Department
Urgent Treatment Centres
Urgent help when it's not a life-threatening emergency
College Doctor
A General Practitioner (GP) based in a community health centre offering in person, telephone and online consultations: Dr Leaver & Partners, Jericho Health Centre, New Radcliffe House, Walton Street (T) 01865 311234 Email: jerichohc.prescriptions@nhs.net
College Nurse
The college nurse is based on college site in 27 Banbury Road on the ground floor. Click for availability and online booking.
Sexual Health Care Following Sexual Assault
Safety and health are paramount considerations.
Seeking support for emergency contraception, STI testing and emotional support and advice is vital. Here you can find free, confidential support:
Oxfordshire Service
Services Outside of Oxfordshire
Offers free confidential sexual health care following sexual assault including where appropriate:
- Emotional support and advice
- STI testing and management
- HIV risk assessment and Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEPSE)
- Hepatitis B vaccination
- Emergency contraception and ongoing contraception
- Pregnancy testing
Understanding more about sexual violence
Sexual violence takes many forms and can be perpetrated by those closest to us. It can include child abuse, domestic abuse, FGM, stalking, threats, trafficking.
What is sexual violence?
‘Sexual violence’ is a term we use to describe any sexual activity that happened without consent. We hope this information helps to make things clearer.
Types of sexual violence
There are lots of different types of sexual violence. Here you can find information about the many forms it takes.
Choice to report to Police
Information about reporting to police
Information about reporting rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences. If you want to talk it through before deciding whether to report to police, you can talk to a Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) or an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor service (ISVA) or another support service like those listed below.
Specialist Information and Support
Oxford University Sexual Harassment and Violence Support Service
The Sexual Harassment and Violence Support Service provides a safe space for you to be heard, with advisors offering free support and advice to any current student who has been impacted by sexual harassment or violence. All specialist caseworkers at the service are trained to support you at your pace, non-judgementally and in confidence.
Survivor Space Oxfordshire (Women)
We are a feminist organisation committed to supporting survivors of sexual abuse, rape, domestic abuse, and harassment. We offer a free and confidential service to survivors who are dealing with the effects of sexual violence, and to anyone who is supporting them. All of our services support self-identifying women and non-binary individuals recorded female at birth, but some of our services support other genders as well.
Rape Crisis UK (Women)
Rape Crisis England & Wales is the feminist charity working to end child sexual abuse, rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment and all other forms of sexual violence. No matter when, where or how it happened, you can come to us. We have lots of information and support that can help – and we will always listen to you and believe you.
Rape Crisis UK (Men)
We believe that all victims and survivors deserve specialist support. Over half of our member Rape Crisis centres provide specific services for men and boys who have experienced sexual violence or abuse at some point in their lives. Some can also offer support to male partners, friends and supporters of victims and survivors.
Survivors UK (Men, Non-Binary People)
Working to ensure every boy, man, and non-binary person in the UK has access to the support they need to navigate the impact of sexual violence and begin their journey of recovery.
Galop (LGBTQ+)
Helpline for LGBT+ people experiencing abuse or violence, such as hate crime, domestic abuse, sexual violence, so-called “conversion therapy” or any other kind of abuse. (T) 0800 999 5428 (Email) help@galop.org.uk
Rape Crisis (Outside England & Wales)
Links to organisations providing services for victims and survivors in Scotland and Ireland, as well as Europe and the rest of the world.
GOV.UK Advice (Outside UK)
If the incident happened in another country and you are still there, you can contact the local British consulate or embassy for assistance, including medical and legal help.
Welfare and Mental Health Support
College Welfare Team
You can speak to a member of our College Welfare Team
Mental Health Support
Information on mental health support including Counselling