Tackling violence against women and girls
Through her eyes
What to do if you experience sexual harassment
If you feel unsafe, move to a place of safety. This could be a coffee shop, bar or shop. Anywhere there are people around.
How to report sexual harassment
Is it happening right now?
In an emergency, call the police on 999.
You can report the incident online to your local police force or call 101.
Although you don’t have to report the crime to the police if you don’t want to, they will take reports of sexual harassment seriously.
Crimestoppers
If you have information about harassment happening in public, call 0800 555111 or fill in the online form to report harassment through Crimestoppers. You can remain anonymous.
Victim support services
If you’ve been a victim of sexual harassment, remember it is never your fault - no matter what the circumstances are.
You can contact Victim Support to discuss options and be supported. Learn more about the options available to you or call 0808 1689 111.
Remember that if you are feeling upset, or would like to talk with someone, you can find support with the following organisations:
- Women and Girls Network
Women and Girls Network’s Sexual Violence Helpline 0808 801 0770 offers free and confidential emotional support for anyone in London who self identifies as a woman (aged 14+), and has been affected by any form of sexual violence, at any time in their lives.
- Rape Crisis England and Wales
Support for anybody aged 16 or over who has been affected by rape, sexual abuse, or any other type of sexual violence.
- Refuge
A national charity providing accommodation and advice and support to victims of domestic abuse
- Hersana CIC
Specialist resources for Black women, girls and femmes who have experienced any form of sexual violence. Free chat, advocacy, or therapy.
- Galop
Support for LGBTQ+ people who have experienced abuse or violence.
- Survivors UK
Advocacy and support for men and non-binary people who have been affected by rape or sexual abuse.
- National Association for People Abused in Childhood
Support to adult survivors of all types of childhood abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect.
Southwark Services
- Bede House Starfish Project
Offers advice and support to people affected by domestic abuse who are Southwark residents.
- Pecan Southwark Women’s Space
A women only space offering advice and support on a range of issues including domestic abuse.
- SOLACE Women’s Aid
Domestic abuse and sexual abuse support service for Southwark residents.
- The Nest
Provides free and confidential mental wellbeing advice and support for young people in Southwark
Page last updated: 14 February 2023
