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Supporting someone who has disclosed a sexual assault - QSAN

Practical help

Sometimes support means providing resources, such as how to connect with support services, seek medical attention, or report the crime to the police.

Some simple practical ideas which may be useful to offer include company, transport to appointments, child care, grocery shopping or cooking a meal. It is important that you talk with the survivor and check in with them about what they need. By being available, patient and understanding, you can assist a survivor to reduce the impact of sexual violence on their life.

Providing consistent support is important, given that there can be ups and downs, good periods and difficult periods, even in a single day. Remember, sometimes things appear to get worse before they get better. Being consistent and dependable can have a positive impact in and of itself.

For more information about how to support someone who discloses sexual assault to you, please visit: https://qsan.org.au/resources/supporters/supporting-someone-who-has-disclosed-sexual-assault

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It’s ok, not to know how to respond You do not have to be an expert or know all the right things to say to be able to help someone who has experienced sexual violence. The fact that the person has raised the issue with you indicates that they believe you are someone who can […] ... See more

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Supporting someone who has disclosed a sexual assault - QSAN

Support for yourself

It is normal to be impacted yourself when someone has disclosed to you their experience of sexual violence. You may feel many things, including shock, anger, powerless, sadness or confusion. You may need to seek your own support. Many QSAN services also provide support to the families and friends of survivors. Remember, the stronger and better supported you are, the greater capacity you will have to support others.

For more information about how to get support for yourself when someone discloses sexual assault to you, please visit: https://qsan.org.au/resources/supporters/supporting-someone-who-has-disclosed-sexual-assault

#SVAM2020 #SexualViolenceAwarenessMonth #AffirmativeConsent #Consent #SexualAssault #WeBelieveYou #SVAM #StartByBelieving

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It’s ok, not to know how to respond You do not have to be an expert or know all the right things to say to be able to help someone who has experienced sexual violence. The fact that the person has raised the issue with you indicates that they believe you are someone who can […] ... See more

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Supporting someone who has disclosed a sexual assault - QSAN

Believe Survivors

It can be extremely difficult for survivors to come forward and share their story. They may feel ashamed, fear they won’t be believed, or worried they may be blamed. Leave any ‘why’ questions out – your job is to support this person. Be careful not to interpret calmness or a lack of visible distress as a sign that the event did not occur. Everyone responds to traumatic events differently. The best thing you can do is believe them.
You can say things like:
“I believe you.”
“It took a lot of courage to tell me about this.”
“It’s not your fault.”
“You didn’t do anything to deserve this.”

For more information, visit: https://qsan.org.au/resources/supporters/supporting-someone-who-has-disclosed-sexual-assault/

[#SVAM2020 #SexualViolenceAwarenessMonth #AffirmativeConsent #Consent #SexualAssault #WeBelieveYou #SVAM #StartByBelieving]

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It’s ok, not to know how to respond You do not have to be an expert or know all the right things to say to be able to help someone who has experienced sexual violence. The fact that the person has raised the issue with you indicates that they believe you are someone who can […] ... See more

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