Rights and Needs of Someone Who Has Been Sexually Assaulted

Support Services

Rights and Needs of Someone Who Has Been Sexually Assaulted

Canberra Rape Crisis Centre

  • to be reminded it was not their fault
  • to be believed
  • to be listened to
  • their experience validated as significant
  • to be in control of what happens
  • a non-judgmental attitude
  • understanding of their trauma
  • safety and privacy
  • opportunity to talk at their own pace
  • encouragement to accept help and support information

 

The Canberra Rape Crisis Centre also provides training courses for specific sectors of the community in appropriate response to disclosures. These sectors may include Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol, Disabilities, Youth, and Medical Practitioners.