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SERICC offers specialist support and information to victims and survivors of all forms of sexual violence and sexual abuse.

 

We work with all adults, young people and children regardless of sex, sexuality, disability, language, ethnicity or immigration status.

 

Women-Only Spaces
SERICC recognises that women and girls who have experienced sexual violence may require access to women-only spaces to support their safety, dignity and recovery. In line with the Equality Act 2010, SERICC lawfully provides women-only spaces where this is a proportionate and legitimate means of meeting the needs of women and girls.

 

Part of our premises is designated as a women-only safe space, and SERICC’s main office operates as a women-only environment. Some additional rooms are located within shared buildings; however, where services are delivered to women and girls, appropriate measures are in place to ensure privacy, safety and respectful access at all times.

 

SERICC operates women-only referral pathways. This means that when women and girls first contact SERICC, they will only ever speak with or meet women workers throughout their support journey.

 

SERICC provides dedicated specialist services for men and boys who have experienced sexual violence. Where preferred, counselling can be provided by a male counsellor.

 

SERICC works in partnership with Rape Crisis Centres across Essex and the wider East region through Synergy Essex and Synergy East.

 

If you're looking for support after rape or any form of sexual abuse, we can help. You can complete an online referral form or call 0300 0037777. 

 

We also accept referrals from professional and partner agencies.

 

If the telephone line is busy you can leave a message and we will call you back as soon as possible. In your first conversation, you will be told about the services SERICC offers so you can decide what would be most useful to you. 

 

You may decide you would like counselling to talk about how you feel or that you would like help with practical issues, including a police investigation. You can have both services.

 

All services are free. There is no obligation to take up any services or to continue if you choose to start. 

 

Due to high demand for services, you may be placed on a waiting list, but you can access information and support while you wait by calling 01375 380609.