If you are in immediate danger, call the emergency services: 999
Support at UEL:
Campus Security
- Docklands T: 0208 223 5599
- Stratford T: 0208 223 4073
- USS T: 0208 223 7888
Independent Sexual Domestic Violence Advisor (ISDVA) The ISDVA service is an independent and confidential support service available to UEL students who have experienced domestic abuse and/or sexual misconduct. The service is also available to members of the university community (including academic and support staff) who need advice whilst supporting a student. E: isdva@uel.ac.uk
Student Wellbeing Team (students) The University’s Wellbeing Team provides further information on mental health and wellbeing. T: 0208 223 4444 E: wellbeing@uel.ac.uk
Spectrum.Life The Student Assistance Programme (SAP) is a free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all students.
You can also access the service by contacting:
Freephone UK: 0800 031 8227 WhatsApp/SMS: Text ‘Hi’ to +44 7418 360 780 International: 00353 1 518 0277
External support
General Support Resources
Everyone's Invited helpline In response to the testimonies shared with Everyone's Invited, the NSPCC set up a dedicated line for children and young people who have been victims of abuse and for worried adults and professionals that need support and guidance. Run by fully-trained NSPCC helpline staff it offers advice for anyone concerned about current or non-recent abuse
T: 0800 136 663 ( Monday to Friday 8am – 10pm or 9am – 6pm at the weekends )
Rape Crisis England and Wales See website for list of rape crisis centres. Also information and practical advice.
Women Against Violence Europe A network of over 180 European women’s NGOs working towards prevention and protection of women and children from violence. We build the capacity of our members, advocate for better legislation, conduct research and raise awareness on violence against women and girls.
Revenge Porn Helpline UK service supporting adults (aged 18+) who are experiencing intimate image abuse, also known as, revenge porn. T: 0345 600 0459 (Open 10:00-16:00 Monday-Friday)
Safeline A specialized charity working to prevent sexual abuse and to support those affected in their recovery. Helpline for men and boys: 0808 800 5005
General Helpline: 0808 800 5008
Young people’s Helpline: 0808 800 5007
The Havens The Havens, or Sexual Assault Referral Centres, are specialist centres in London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. The closest Haven to UEL is in Whitechapel, near to Royal London Hospital. T: 0203 299 6900
Gender-Based Support Resources
Rape Crisis Live Chat Helpline The Live Chat Helpline is a free, anonymous, confidential service. Women and girls aged 16+ who have experienced rape, sexual abuse or any form or sexual violence can access the helpline to get emotional support online. It is open various times Monday-Friday, see link for details.
Respect Information and support for men and women who have experienced domestic violence. There is also support available for men who have perpetrated domestic violence. E: info@respectphoneline.org.uk T (if you are experiencing domestic violence): 0808 801 0327T (if you are hurting someone you love and need help to stop): 0808 802 4040
Safeline A specialized charity working to prevent sexual abuse and to support those affected in their recovery. Helpline for men and boys: 0808 800 5005
General Helpline: 0808 800 5008
Young people’s Helpline: 0808 800 5007
Survivors UK Support for male survivors of sexual abuse and rape. T: 0203 598 3898 E: help@survivorsuk.org
Women Against Rape This is the joint website of Women Against Rape and Black Women's Rape Action Project. Both organisations are based on self-help and provide support, legal information and advocacy. We campaign for justice and protection for all women and girls, including asylum seekers, who have suffered sexual, domestic and/or racist violence.
Women and Girls’ Network Counselling and support to help women and girls recover from violence. T: 0808 801 0770
LGBTQ+ Support Resources
Galop The LGBT+ anti violence charity. If you’ve experienced hate crime, sexual violence or domestic abuse, we’re here for you. We also support lesbian, gay, bi, trans and queer people who have had problems with the police or have questions about the criminal justice system. Helpline: 0800 999 5428 E: help@galop.org.uk
Switchboard The national LGBTQ+ support helpline. T: 0800 011 9100
Disability-Based Support Resources
Respond Helpline, counselling and psychotherapy for children, adults and elders with learning difficulties who are either victims or perpetrators of sexual abuse.
Race-Based Support Resources
Women Against Rape This is the joint website of Women Against Rape and Black Women's Rape Action Project. Both organisations are based on self-help and provide support, legal information and advocacy. We campaign for justice and protection for all women and girls, including asylum seekers, who have suffered sexual, domestic and/or racist violence.
Southall Black Sisters A by-and-for support service for black and minoritised women who have experienced abuse. T: 0208 571 0800 E: info@southallblacksisters.co.uk
Student Sex Worker Resources
National Ugly Mugs Support and community resources for sex workers. T: 0161 629 9861
Support for Student Sex Workers Confidential, sex-worker-led support and resources. T: 07939 949 160
Resources for Perpetrators
Respect Domestic abuse support service with support available for perpetrators. E: info@respectphoneline.org.uk If you are hurting someone you love and need help to stop, call: 0808 802 4040
Respond Helpline, counselling and psychotherapy for children, adults and elders with learning difficulties who are either victims or perpetrators of sexual abuse.