Sexual abuse
A GUIDE FOR POLISH VICTIMS/SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE OR ABUSE IN ENGLAND AND WALES
Our guide provides information about different types of sexual abuse and the support options available to Polish victims/survivors. We include contact details for the local support agencies in Cheshire and Merseyside, as well as national organisations and services in England and Wales.
We cover the following topics in our guide:
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Types of sexual violence
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What is sexual consent?
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I have been raped/sexually assaulted - what can I do?
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Specialist support for survivors of sexual violence (abortion, emergency contraception, STI testing)
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Emotional support for survivors of sexual violence
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Myths about sexual violence
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Reporting sexual abuse to the police
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Claiming compensation if you were the victim of a violent crime
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How can I help someone who has experienced sexual violence?
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You can download the full English version of the guide here.
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The Polish version of the guide is available below as separate chapters, which can be printed for clients and as a complete guide.
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The project was funded by the Cheshire Police & Crime Commissioner's office. We are also grateful for the support and specialist guidance from Kirsty Williams from Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC) Cheshire and Merseyside, Detective Chief Inspector Danielle Knox and her team at Cheshire Police and Martyna Stachura, Polish Independent Sexual Abuse Advocate.
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