Victim Support

Victim Support's contact details

If you've been affected by the terror attack on Heaton Park synagogue, we're here for you.

You can use our free 24/7 Supportline or live chat service to speak with one of our specialist supporters, and get the help you need.

Talk to us.
📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

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Normal emotions after an experience of crime:
- sadness
- anger
- frustration
- shame
- fear
- numbness

All feelings are valid and you're not alone.

Want to talk to someone?

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

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Want to get involved in supporting victims and witnesses of crime?

We're always looking for people to #Volunteer for us and there are many ways to get involved.

Thank you to all those who make a huge difference to our work by volunteering!

Find out more: bit.ly/3WbTyZd

#Volunteering #Charity

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This #BlackHistoryMonth, we're honouring the theme: Standing Firm in Power and Pride.

We’re proud to be an anti-racist organisation, committed to inclusion and equality every day.

www.victimsupport.org.uk/more-us/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion

#BlackHistoryMonth2025 #InclusionMatters

#DomesticAbuse is an incident or pattern of incidents of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading and violent behaviour. This can be done by a partner or ex-partner, or by a family member or carer (source: womensaid).

Need help?

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

Our services are inclusive and we're here to support all victims of crime.

If you’ve experienced crime, or you’re supporting someone who has, and are part of the D/deaf community, we’re here to support you.

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Supportline: 08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#WorldDeafWeek

You don't have to deal with this alone.

We’re here to help anyone affected by #Crime. Not only those who experience it directly, but also their friends, family and any other people involved.

Finding it difficult to support someone after they’ve experienced crime?

Talk to us.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

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Have you heard of the #WitnessCharter?

This sets out the standards of service you can expect from the criminal justice system in England and Wales as a witness of crime.

Find out more about your rights on our website: www.victimsupport.org.uk/going-court/your-rights-as-a-witness

#VictimRights

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We provide 24/7 help and guidance to all victims and survivors of crime and those supporting them. Our support is available 365 days a year.

Find out more about how we can help:
www.victimsupport.org.uk/help-and-support/how-we-can-help

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

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Support us by playing the Unity Lottery for £1 a week. You could win up to £25,000! Each entry generates a donation for Victim Support, and if you win, we win too!

Explore how it works:
www.unitylottery.co.uk/causes/victi...

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Nobody should have to live with the fear and anxiety #HateCrime causes.

If you've experienced hate crime, we're here for you.

Talk to us:
📞08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/live-chat

Or, find information on our free, online platform My Support Space: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

#StopHate

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We're proud to be able to make a difference to victims' lives, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Our lines are always open.

📞08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#NationalInclusionWeek #ImpactMatters

Be proud of who you are for ESEA month

This East and South East Asian #HeritageMonth, be proud of who you are.

If you've faced hate because of your heritage, we're here.

We offer free interpretation if you'd feel more comfortable speaking in another language.

📞08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#ESEA

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#HateCrime is crime against someone based on a part of their identity.

It’s when a person is targeted because of a hostility or prejudice towards their disability, race, religion, sexual orientation or transgender identity.

More info: www.mysupportspace.org.uk

Report and get advice about fraud or cybercrime by calling Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.

Have you heard of Action Fraud?

It's the UK’s national reporting centre for #Fraud and #Cybercrime where you can report fraud if you've been #Scammed.

You can call them on 0300 123 2040.

Our services are also available 24/7.

📞08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

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#AntisocialBehaviour (ASB) can have an impact on you, your home and community.

Our online platform, My Support Space, has information about what you can do if you're experiencing #ASB, how to report it and what help is available.

www.mysupportspace.org.uk

Think you can champion the voices of victims? You may be interested in working for us.

We offer a range of benefits, including:
- flexible working
- six EDI networks to join
- opportunities for learning and development
- wellbeing resources.

More info: www.victimsupport.org.uk/more-us/jobs

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The UK Gov will test its Emergency Alerts System on Sun 7 Sept at 3pm.

A loud siren and vibration will hit all compatible 4G/5G devices - even on silent.

If you use a concealed phone due to #DomesticAbuse, opt out: gov.uk/alerts/opting-out

Please share to spread the message.

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#SwipeSmart: Protect your heart and money when dating online.

Criminals will match with you on dating sites and try to gain your trust, but won't call or meet.

Never send money to someone you haven’t met. Always get a second opinion.

Need help?
📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

No means no.

#SexualViolence is any form of sexual act that has happened without your consent. It can include sexual assault, sexual abuse and rape.

Experienced sexual violence and want to talk? We're here.

📞08 08 16 89 111
💻victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

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#OnlineCrime (or cybercrime) is the term for a range of crimes carried out online using the internet.

Want to find out more about #OnlineCrime and how to spot the signs? Sign up to My Support Space, our free online platform, for guidance.

mysupportspace.org.uk

There is no right or wrong way to react or feel as a victim-survivor

Everyone reacts differently but some effects of #DomesticAbuse include:

- depression
- anxiety
- isolation
- low confidence
- feelings of guilt
- trouble sleeping.

It's not your fault.

We're here to listen.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

1 in 4 women have been raped or sexually assaulted since the age of 16

#SexualViolence affects 1 in 4 women and 1 in 18 men in the UK [@rapecrisis.bsky.social].

Our services are confidential, free and available to anyone who has experienced rape or sexual assault.

Your support can change lives. Donate to Victim Support: www.victimsupport.org.uk/get-involved/donate

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Over 2,000 incidents of retail violence, abuse and theft happen every single day in the UK (BRC Retail Crime Survey).

With #RetailAbuse on the rise, you can find out more about what it is, what help is available and how to move forward.

More info: mysupportspace.org.uk

You don't have to deal with this alone.

Today is International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief.

If you’ve experienced abuse because of your #Religion or #Belief, please know that you’re not alone.

We're here 24/7.
📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

#UNIDVRBV

#RomanceFraud is when you think you're in a relationship with someone, but that person is a criminal using a fake identity to deceive you.

Learn more about #RomanceScams and what help is available on My Support Space: mysupportspace.org.uk

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#Upskirting is when someone takes a photo underneath your clothing without your permission. This is often done for sexual arousal or pleasure and to cause you fear, alarm or humiliation.

Want to talk about what’s happened?

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

Do you know what happens when you call our national #Supportline?

We’ll listen with compassion and tailor our support to you, helping you to move forward from your experience of crime.

Find out more:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yS1C...

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A big thank you to everyone supporting us via @easyfundraising.bsky.social! Your clicks help us reach more victims of crime and support them in moving forward.

Not signed up yet? It’s super simple - shop online as usual, and brands donate to us at no extra cost to you.

Sign up: bit.ly/4lxk35v

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Spotting signs of #DomesticAbuse in relationships can be difficult, especially when a lot of the abuser's behaviour can be viewed as caring.

Want to talk to someone about your relationship? We’re here.

📞 08 08 16 89 111
💻 victimsupport.org.uk/livechat

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