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Information on Sexual violence
Sexual violence comes in many forms but one thing is common – the survivor is never to blame. If you need to talk to someone in confidence about sexual abuse, we are here for you.
85000
Approximately 85,000 women (aged 16 – 59) experience rape, attempted rape or sexual assault by penetration in England and Wales alone every year
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5 in 6 women who are raped don’t report – and the same is true for 4 in 5 men
90%%
Approximately 90% of those who are raped know the perpetrator prior to the offence
Click on the links below for more information relating to sexual violence
Witnessing sexual harassment
Read more about what to do if you witness sexual harassment
What should I do if I witness sexual harassment, abuse or violence?