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🧬 DNA evidence & sexual assault: let’s talk about

🧬 DNA evidence & sexual assault: let’s talk about it.

There’s growing conversation around self-swab “rape kits”. We think it’s important to talk about what DNA evidence can, and can’t, actually tell us.

DNA evidence can be useful, but a swab cannot prove rape. And finding no DNA does not mean a rape didn’t happen.

IF survivors decide to obtain DNA, they deserve specialist forensic care, accurate information and genuine choice, not products making promises and false hope about what DNA can prove.

We spoke to our ISVAs (who work on the front line of supporting survivors through the criminal justice process) to answer some of the questions survivors may have about DNA evidence and their options.

Having clear, accurate information matters. Survivors deserve to understand their choices and make decisions in their own time.

#SexualViolenceSupport #ISVA #SurvivorSupport #RapeCrisis #InformedChoices

💜 Come say hello! We’re at the East & Central Bri

💜 Come say hello!

We’re at the East & Central Brighton PCN Health Hub every 3rd Friday of the month, 10am–1pm, at Robert Lodge Community Space, Whitehawk.

The Hub is a chance to find out more about Survivors’ Network and the support available to you, ask questions, and make a referral for ongoing support — all in a welcoming, informal setting.

How does it work?

💜 Our Welcome Worker will introduce you to the support available and, if you’d like, help you complete a referral form.

💜 You’ll then be contacted soon after to arrange a full appointment.

💜 If you want to talk about reporting to the police, our Welcome Worker can have an initial chat with you and refer you for further support to explore your rights and options.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before you come along. We’re here to listen, answer questions and help you understand your options.

📍 Robert Lodge Community Space, Whitehawk, Brighton
📅 Every 3rd Friday of the month
⏰ 10am–1pm

We listen. We believe. We’re here when you’re ready. 💜

#SurvivorsNetwork #RapeCrisisSussex #SexualViolenceSupport #SurvivorSupport #ISVA

Our Change The Culture training series is back thi

Our Change The Culture training series is back this autumn! 💜

A programme of online and in-person, bookable training sessions covering different aspects of sexual violence awareness, prevention, support and response.

Whether you work with survivors, are studying, come into contact with survivors through your role, or simply want to learn more, there’s something for everyone.

This autumn’s sessions include:
✨ Trauma, the Brain & Trauma-Informed Practice
✨ Self-Care in Trauma-Exposed Roles
✨ An Introduction to Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence
✨ Groupwork Facilitation - In person
✨ “Pre-Trial” Therapy
✨ Responding Well to Disclosures
✨ Understanding the Criminal Justice Process

Our aim is simple: to build knowledge, confidence and understanding so that together we can change the culture around sexual violence.

📅 October – December 2026
💻 Online sessions (apart from Groupwork Facilitation Training)
🎟️ Places are now bookable — visit the link in our bio to find out more and secure your place.

#ChangeTheCulture #SexualViolenceAwareness #SexualViolencePrevention #SurvivorSupport #TraumaInformed

Survivors’ Stories: Reclaiming My Voice Through Ar

Survivors’ Stories: Reclaiming My Voice Through Art 🎨

In our latest Survivors’ Stories blog, viral artist Lisa Chester-Linskey shares her powerful journey of surviving sexual violence and finding her voice through art.

After experiencing sexual assault, Lisa faced not only the trauma itself, but disbelief, isolation and victim-blaming. Through her art, she has transformed her experiences into a way of processing, reclaiming her power and opening up conversations around consent, touch and sexual violence.

Her story is a powerful reminder that the shame never belongs to the survivor.

⚠️ Trigger warning: This story contains references to sexual assault, sexual violence, trauma, victim-blaming and online abuse.

Read Lisa’s story via the link in our bio. 💜

📣 We’re hiring: Welcome Team Manager Join Survivo

📣 We’re hiring: Welcome Team Manager

Join Survivors’ Network and lead our Welcome Team — the front door to our specialist services for survivors.

You’ll oversee referrals and initial assessments, manage and support our Triage and Initial Support Workers, and help ensure survivors receive a safe, accessible and high-quality service.

📍 Brighton | ⏰ 30–37 hours/week | 📄 Permanent | 💷 £37,339 pro rata

We’re looking for an experienced manager with strong safeguarding knowledge and experience supporting vulnerable people, managing cases and developing effective systems and processes.

This role is open to women applicants only, under the genuine occupational requirement provisions of the Equality Act 2010.

📅 Closing date: 14 September 2026
📅 Interviews: 18 September 2026

Find the full job description, person specification and application details on our website.

💜 Come and help shape the first point of contact for survivors accessing our services.

#Jobs #BrightonJobs #SurvivorsNetwork #CharityJobs #VAWGjobs

Supporting survivors means creating a world where

Supporting survivors means creating a world where people are believed, listened to and never left to navigate the impacts of sexual violence alone.

Sexual violence is far more prevalent than many of us realise. Survivors are our friends, family, colleagues, classmates and neighbours, and they deserve support, dignity and justice.

When we listen without judgement, challenge harmful attitudes, speak up against injustice and invest in specialist survivor services, we help create a safer and more supportive society for everyone.

Supporting survivors is everyone’s responsibility. 💜

#SupportSurvivors #BelieveSurvivors #SurvivorsNetwork #EndSexualViolence #SexualViolenceAwareness

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