Support Services for victims of Sexual Assault
We acknowledge not everyone is comfortable coming to the police in the first instance or you may find it hard to cope with the trauma. Counselling and psychological support is available. We encourage you to visit or talk to one of the below services.
Service Contact | Who can access | When | Phone Number |
ACT Services | |||
Canberra Rape Crisis Centre (CRCC) | All people impacted by sexual violence. | 7am – 11pm, 7 days a week. | 6247 2525 |
Domestic Violence Crisis Service | All people impacted by domestic and family violence. | 24-hours a day, 7 days a week | 6280 0900 |
Child and Youth Protection Services | For community partners to provide a service response. | Business hours | 1300 556 729 |
Victims Support ACT | Anyone who is a victim of a crime committed in the ACT is eligible for support or information from Victim Support ACT. | Business hours, Monday – Friday | 1800 822 272 |
Australian Services | |||
Full Stop Australia (Formally Rape and Domestic Violence Services Australia) | Anyone impacted by sexual, domestic or family violence. | 24-hours a day, 7 days a week | 1800 943 539 |
1800Respect | Anyone impacted by sexual, domestic or family violence. | 24-hours a day, 7 days a week | 1800 737 732 |
Lifeline | Anyone feeling suicidal, overwhelmed or having difficulty coping or staying safe. | 24-hours a day, 7 days a week | 131 114 |
Kids Helpline | For young people aged 5 to 25. | 24-hours a day, 7 days a week | 1800551800 |
Translation and interpreting service | For any person or organisation in Australia who needs an interpreter. | 24-hours a day, 7 days a week | 131 450 |