ARCH North East is a registered charity based in Teesside. ARCH offers a free and confidential counselling service. Our Independent Sexual Violence Advisers support people who have been affected by rape or sexual abuse. We listen, support and believe and we also understand that it…
Rape Crisis England & Wales (RCEW) is a feminist organisation that supports the work of Rape Crisis Centres across England and Wales. We also raise awareness and understanding of sexual violence and abuse in all its forms. Rape Crisis can help get help from finding…
Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) for Teesside is designed to provide a sensitive and dedicated service to anyone who has experienced rape and sexual assault. SARC Teesside is about offering choices. Our specially trained staff can explain and discuss all the options. Our services include:…
What is a Forced Marriage? A forced marriage is a marriage where one or both people do not consent to the marriage and pressure or abuse is used. The pressure put on people to marry against their will may be: Physical – for example, threats,…
Galop is the UK’s only specialist LGBT+ anti-violence charity. Our mission is to make life just, fair and safe for LGBT+ people. Galop is an independent organisation and our services are confidential and free. We provide advice, support and advocacy to people who have experienced:-…
The Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline is a national service for women experiencing domestic violence, their family, friends, colleagues and others calling on their behalf. The Helpline can give support, help and information over the telephone, wherever the caller might be in the…
A Way Out believes that all women, young people and families should be free to live healthy, whole and safe lives, free from addiction, poverty and exploitation. We are an outreach and prevention charity which aims to engage, empower and equip vulnerable and excluded women,…
This page provides further information about domestic abuse, where to find help and other useful information. If you are in immediate danger please call 999 • What is Domestic Abuse • How do I cover my tracks online? • Where can I find help and…
'My Sister's Place is an independent specialist 'One-Stop Shop' for women aged 16 or over and have experienced or are experiencing domestic violence. We are committed to working in partnership to tackle domestic violence. Our approach is rooted in an understanding of the gendered nature…
Harbour is a Domestic Abuse Service which operates across Stockton, Middlesbrough, Hartlepool County Durham and North Tyneside.In the Stockton area, the organisation offers an adult support service, a children's support service, refuge, a preventions programme and Group Programmes. The refuges are open to women and children fleeing…
Bright Sky is a free to download mobile app, launched in partnership with the Vodafone Foundation, providing support and information to anyone who may be in an abusive relationship or those concerned about someone they know. The app is also designed to be used by…
