Abuse

Alana House Women's Community Project

Alana House in Reading and West Berkshire uses a holistic approach to support women by empowering them to take control of their lives, make informed decisions and improve their life chances.

Visit the PACT website

Berkshire Women's Aid (BWA)

Berkshire Women’s Aid (BWA) works throughout Reading, Bracknell and Wokingham, and is affiliated to the Women’s Aid Federation of England (WAFE).

BWA provides advice, support and refuge services to victims of domestic abuse and provides information and education on the subject to make the case for effective action against domestic violence, intimidation and psychological abuse and for policies that support victims of abuse.

Visit the Berkshire Women's Aid (BWA) website

SafeLives

If you are experiencing domestic abuse or are supporting someone who is in that situation, immediate help is available.

Visit the SafeLives website

National Domestic Abuse Helpline

Are you experiencing domestic abuse? You are not alone. The Helpline can help you find a refuge vacancy for you and your children; call them more information. They can also support you to find other specialist services in your community, which can provide support whether or not you have left your partner. If you are experiencing domestic abuse or are supporting someone who is in that situation, immediate help is available.

Visit the National Domestic Abuse Helpline website

Survivors UK - Male Rape and Sexual Abuse Support

Survivors UK help sexually abused men, as well as their friends and family, no matter when the abuse happened, and challenge the silence and attitudes.

Visit the Survivors UK website

Rape Crisis

National organisation offering support and counselling for those affected by rape and sexual abuse.

Visit the Rape Crisis website

Victim Support

As an independent charity, we work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and the respect they deserve. We help people feel safer and find the strength to move beyond crime. Support is free, confidential and tailored to your needs.

Visit the Victim Support website

Karma Nirvana - Honour-based Abuse

Karma Nirvana is an award-winning British Human Rights Charity supporting victims of honour-based abuse and forced marriage. Honour crimes are not determined by age, faith, gender or sexuality.

Visit the Karma Nirvana website