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Where to get support

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 ContactWho can accessWhen 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 week6280 0900
Child and Youth Protection ServicesFor community partners to provide a service response.Business hours1300 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 week1800 943 539
1800RespectAnyone impacted by sexual, domestic or family violence.24-hours a day, 7 days a week1800 737 732
Lifeline Anyone feeling suicidal, overwhelmed or having difficulty coping or staying safe.24-hours a day, 7 days a week131 114
Kids Helpline For young people aged 5 to 25.24-hours a day, 7 days a week1800551800
Translation and interpreting serviceFor any person or organisation in Australia who needs an interpreter.24-hours a day, 7 days a week131 450