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Rape Crisis (England and Wales) is a registered charity and the national umbrella organisation for Rape Crisis Centres across the country. We support the work of local centres and aim to develop new centres in areas where there are no or few specialist services. 

Rape Crisis (England and Wales) campaign continuously to raise awareness of the prevalence of sexual violence and, in particular, we highlight the importance and need for appropriate, high-quality and specialised support. 

Through our campaigns and briefings we raise awareness of sexual violence, challenge attitudes and press for change.

We also work with other organisations, agencies and government departments to improve the response to those who are affected by and who perpetrate sexual violence.

Rape Crisis Centres provide crucial crisis and long term specialised counselling, support and independent advocacy for all women and girls of all ages who have experienced any form of sexual violence both recently and/or in the past; centres are community based, and independent of government and the criminal justice system.

On this website you will find information about rape and sexual violence and details of your nearest Rape Crisis Centre if you need support. There is also information for family, friends, students and professionals. 

latest news

25/11/11
Rape Crisis launches National Service Standards
Rape Crisis (England and Wales) and Rape Crisis Scotland launch new National Service Standards  more...
09/09/11
Recorded Rape Crime figures: disparities revealed
Rape Crisis (England and Wales) is the national umbrella organisation for a network of specialised suppo more...
23/06/11
DNA data base
The Government is considering its position on the retention of DNA, including whether the police can apply  more...
19/05/11
KEN CLARKE: RAPE CAMPAIGNERS WRITE TO PRIME MINISTER CALLING FOR CLARIFICATION AND ASKING FOR MEETING
Following the ongoing controversy about Justice Secretary Ken Clarke’s remarks concerning categories  more...
18/05/11
End Violence Against Women Coalition Statement
The End Violence Against Women Coalition, of which Rape Crisis (England and Wales) is a member, have made t more...
18/05/11
Is this the Cost of Justice
Rape Crisis (England and Wales) is aware of the proposals for reducing sentencing for rapists who plead gui more...
08/03/11
8th March Government Announces Funding for Four New Centres
On the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day, Rape Crisis (England and Wales) welcomes the G more...
28/01/11
Government Funding Announced
Rape Crisis (England and Wales) welcomes the Rape Support Fund announced today for existing Rape Crisi more...
15/03/10
Stern review on rape reporting
Stern Review on Rape Reporting in England and Wales. Baroness Stern has prioritised the need for a greater f more...