Survive North Yorks

Get involved | Survive, York We need your help to make sure as many survivors as possible can access our services free-of-charge and rebuild their lives after sexual trauma.

To help Survive in supporting survivors of sexual violence and abuse, please visit the Get Involved section of our website: www.survive-northyorks.org.uk/get-involved/

You can support us and survivors of sexual violence and abuse by writing to your local MP and telling them why it is so important for services like Survive to be properly funded. A template letter is available to download here: www.survive-northyorks.org.uk/2025/05/15/s...

This is a decision that we have not made lightly, but we feel is necessary.

We remain committed to supporting survivors of sexual violence.

You can still access our helpline free-of-charge and in confidence, Monday to Thursday, 10am-12noon: 0808 145 1887

You can find information and resources on our website and The Survivors Trust website:
www.survive-northyorks.org.uk
thesurvivorstrust.org

Whilst the waiting list to new self-referrals is temporarily closed, we want to reassure you that Survive is still very much open. We continue to deliver services to those already being seen by our team. Those currently on our waiting list will be seen as soon as possible.

On Tuesday 13th May, we took the tremendously difficult decision to close our waiting list to all new self-referrals for our services in York and North Yorkshire due to unprecedented demand...

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It's not always easy to know what to say when someone tells you about the abuse they have been subjected to...

We should respond with understanding, care, and support.

Learn more about supporting a survivor here: www.survive-northyorks.org.uk/further-info...

Sexual violence and abuse can have a long term impact on survivors.

Survivors accessing our services have high levels of psychological distress - many with PTSD symptoms, in addition to extreme anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts.

We help survivors heal, rebuild, and thrive.

The image shows a poster for the National Child Exploitation Awareness Day. The poster highlights two speak bubbles; bubble one reads 'They're safe in the sports centre' and the other bubble reads 'aren't they?'

Today is National Child Exploitation Awareness Day.

Every child deserves safety, free from harm. Speak out against abuse and adopt zero tolerance for exploitation.

Report concerns: Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 or Police 101. Learn more: stop-ce.org

#CEADay25 #SafeguardingChildren

Are you passionate about survivors of sexual violence and abuse having access to our trauma-informed, specialist services?

We're recruiting new #Trustees, including a new Chair of Trustees.

Find out more: www.survive-northyorks.org.uk/become-a-tru...

We managed to get outside and enjoy some sunshine this weekend! ☀️😮😍

#Spring is a great time to remember that dark times do end (even if you live up North!) and brighter days return. It's a time of rebirth and fresh starts.

What are you looking forward to most now the days are getting longer?

We must recognise the scale of support victims and survivors need, and that brilliant organisations like @survivenorthyorks.bsky.social in #York are fully funded to provide the care and support to all who need their specialist services. Full story from Survive in next comment 👇

Survive wants to see change in society and more support for survivors.

Support our work at www.survive-northyorks.org.uk

Unfortunately, 18-24 year olds are more likely to be raped or sexually assaulted than any other age group.* And students are more likely than others to be subjected to sexual assault.**

*Crime Survey of England and Wales (CSEW)
**officeforstudents.org.uk

Last night, we attended the University of York's Sexual Violence Support event: Light Up The Night.

The event welcomes those wishing to stand in solidarity with survivors of sexual violence.

#ItsNotOK #SVAW2025 #SVAW25 #SexualViolenceAwarenessWeek #SV #SA #StudentsOfYork #LightUpTheNight

This week is Sexual Violence Awareness Week.

We'll be sharing content & resources across social media, highlighting the impacts of sexual violence, challenging myths, & calling for change.

Together, we can make a difference.

Use hashtags #SVAW2025 & #ItsNotOK to be involved in the conversation.

Giving a donation to Survive will help us to help more survivors of sexual violence and abuse, living in #York and across #NorthYorkshire.

If you can, please consider donating today: www.survive-northyorks.org.uk

I don't know who needs to hear this today but self-care isn't selfish.

We are THRILLED to announce that we will be presenting an exclusive screening of BLACK BOX DIARIES for Sexual Violence Awareness Week.

#York Student Cinema, Thursday 6th Feb, 6:30pm.

Tickets are FREE but please secure your spot: eventbrite.com/e/black-box-diaries-screening-tickets-1203614135279