The Welsh Government will continue to work with partner organisations to highlight the important message that support will always be there for victims of sexual violence ministers have said at the start of Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2021. Unfortunately, we all know that sexual violence and abuse affects every community across our country, said deputy minister and chief whip, Jane Hutt. It s a stark and horrid reality, but we also know, that in order to combat the problem, we must shine a light on it, raise awareness of it and ensure that we empower victims to seek help and support. I m immensely proud that, we have the Live Fear Free service, a free 24 hour helpline that provides help and support to victims and survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse.
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week began today and runs through until Sunday. Despite the national lockdown, if you are suffering abuse or violence, you are able to leave your home to seek help. Detective Superintendent Rebecca Mears, head of protecting vulnerable people at Thames Valley Police, said: “Our priority first and foremost is to protect people. “Whatever the circumstances are surrounding a sexual assault taking place, we urge victims to come forward and seek the necessary support and if possible, report the offence to us so that we can take action to protect others. “Please do not be concerned.”
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