Orkney Rape and Sexual Assault Service

Ending sexual violence starts with everyday actions.
Believe survivors, challenge harmful attitudes, and choose respect.
Change happens when we all show up. 💜

You are not alone, we are here for you.
01856 872 298
contact@orsas.scot

Please be advised our website will be offline from 10pm on Friday, February 6th while a planned upgrade happens which will give a more responsive experience for users.

We hope this will be a temporary outage, but please visit RapeCrisisScotland.org.uk for information in the mean time.

Sexual violence isn’t always obvious & it doesn’t always look the way people expect. It can be subtle, pressured, online, or carried out by someone you know & it is never the survivor’s fault.
If any of this feels familiar, support is available. You’re not alone.
01856 872298 or contact@orsas.scot

Sexual Violence Awareness Week is about breaking silence, challenging harmful attitudes, and standing with survivors. Sexual violence is never the survivor’s fault, and support is available. You are not alone. 💜

Please get in touch
01856 872298 or contat@orsas.scot

We’re here for you, your friends, and your family, with support that is respectful, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed. You are not alone.💜

💻 contact@orsas.scot
☎️ 01856872298

Image courtesy of @canadiangirl_abroad

Preventing sexual and gender-based violence starts with everyday actions
✨ Respect consent — always, no exceptions
✨ Speak up when jokes or comments cross the line
✨ Check in if someone looks uncomfortable
✨ Believe and support survivors
✨ Respect boundaries, even the subtle ones

It starts with us

As the days start getting longer, there’s a little more light to lean on. Extra daylight can gently boost mood, energy, and motivation, reminding us that lighter moments are on their way. Even small changes — a brighter morning, a softer evening — can help our minds feel more spacious and hopeful.

Understanding trauma can be an important step in healing. Rape Crisis Scotland offers a range of free, accessible resources to help explain the impacts of sexual violence, support recovery, and signpost help when you need it.
You’re not alone. 💜

www.rapecrisisscotland.org.uk/help-support/

If you’re able to, please support ORSAS with a donation. You can give online via our JustGiving page using the link provided, or make a quick £3 contactless donation at our office window at 26 Bridge Street — it takes less than a minute and makes a real difference.
www.justgiving.com/charity/orsas

✨ New year, gentle reminder ✨
You don’t need big resolutions — just permission to put your wellbeing first. If this is the year you choose to start (or continue) your healing journey, ORSAS is here to support you, at your pace. 💜

Sexual violence can affect anyone — regardless of age, gender, sexuality, or background.
If you’ve experienced sexual violence, your experience matters and deserves care, compassion, and support.
You are seen. You are believed. 💜
Get in touch by phone 01856 872298 or email us at contact@orsas.scot

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The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique is a quick, practical way to calm panic and anxiety by bringing your attention back to the present moment. By focusing on your senses, your body gets the signal that you’re safe right now, helping slow racing thoughts and ease intense feelings.

Did you know you can self refer? No need to go through the police or GP, just get in touch directly. We do also accept referrals from police, GPs, health professionals, mental health professionals, and other charities.

#itsok #support #help #wearehere #webelieve

We will never ask you to tell us what happened to you.
We are just hear to listen, support & believe.

We are here for you
☎️ 01856 872 298
✉️ contact@orsas.scot

Wednesday 07 January 2026 - We are open as normal today.

ORSAS staff are now back in the office and monitoring the phone and emails.

If you are in need of support, please get in touch by phone 01856 872298 or email contact@orsas.scot

Tuesday 6 January 2026 - Our office remains closed due to ongoing weather and staff shortages. We hope to return to normal tomorrow, but will update accordingly.

If you need support please contact the RCS Helpline between 5pm – midnight:
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027

ORSAS is here to help you navigate the process. We can help to answer any questions you may have, help facilitate meetings with police & support you through our advocacy program.
Please get in touch by calling 01856 872 298 or email contact@orsas.scot.

Please note that we are remaining closed today, Monday 05 January 2026, due to weather and in the interest of keeping our staff and clients safe. The office will reopen once it is safe to do so.

#closed #snowstorm #orkney #orsas #kirkwall

We’re here for you, your friends, and your family, with support that is respectful, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed. You are not alone.💜

💻 contact@orsas.scot
☎️ 01856872298

Image courtesy of @canadiangirl_abroad

If you’ve been raped or sexually assaulted in the last 7 days, you can phone the sexual assault self-referral phone service 24/7 on 0800 148 88 88. Calls are free from landlines and mobiles.
SARCS is an NHS Scotland service which offers support in the days following a rape or sexual assault.

🎆 Hogmanay & Consent 🎆

As we ring in the New Year, remember — consent always matters.
Ask. Listen. Respect the answer — no matter what it is.

Let’s make 2026 safe, respectful, and fun for everyone. 💜

#ConsentMatters #ORSAS #Hogmanay #RespectBoundaries #NewYearNewRespect

Wishing everyone Happy Holidays from ORSAS
To our clients — thank you for your courage and trust in sharing your healing journey. And to our partners — we’re grateful for your continued support and collaboration. #ORSAS #HappyHolidays

Even though our office is closed, we’re still able to accept donations. While you’re out doing your last-minute shopping, why not take less than a minute to stop by 26 Bridge Street and donate just £3?

Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference

If you’ve been raped or sexually assaulted you can self-refer to SARCS by phone 24/7. Once you complete your self-referral, a healthcare professional at the SARCS will phone you back to discuss & arrange care. You can phone for free the sexual assault self-referral phone service on 0800 148 88 88.

Our doors are now closed until January 5 2026

If you are in need of support please contact the rape crisis Scotland
Get in touch any day between 5pm – midnight*:
(*25 Dec, Christmas day & 31 Dec, Hogmanay 5pM - 11PM)
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
Email: support@rapecrisisscotland.org.uk

As we close for the holidays, we’re reflecting on a busy year — 96 people supported in the last 8 months, with numbers continuing to rise. We’re incredibly proud of everyone who reached out for support. We wish everyone a safe, consensual festive season & we’ll be here in the New Year. #ORSAS

This Holiday Season we want you to make sure you have consent at all time.
Make sure it is freely given, on going and enthusiastic .

If you don't have consent or if someone revokes consent you must respect this and stop.

#consent #holidayseason #getconsent

🎉 Holiday Parties & Consent 🎉
This festive season, remember — consent means asking, listening, and respecting the answer, no matter what it is.

If you’ve experienced sexual violence or harassment and need support, ORSAS is here for you. 💜
📞 01856 872298
📧 contact@orsas.scot

’Tis the season to support your local charity!
This week, why not take less than a minute to stop by our office at 26 Bridge Street and donate just £3 — that’s less than the cost of a coffee.
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference. 💛