It can be really hard to know what to say to a friend or family member who has confided in you about the sexual violence and abuse they suffered.
Guidance on what you might want to say is available from Rape Crisis England & Wales.
You can also visit the Victim and Witness information website to learn more if you’re:
Whenever it happened to your loved one, it is never too late to get support for sexual violence or abuse. A list of helpline services is available here.