OSARCC
Oxfordshire Sexual Abuse & Rape Crisis Centre
Doesn't provide shelter
Provides guidance
Doesn't provide new skill learning
Accepts time
Accepts things
Accepts money
Service Type
Advice and support
Funding Status
Part funded by Oxford City Council, Oxfordshire County Council, a range of other organisations and trusts, and public donations
Operating Hours
Core office hours are 10am-4pm Mon-Fri
Eligibility & Referral
The Advocacy service is open to survivors of any gender. Survivors can refer themselves or be referred by a third party, providing they have the survivor's explicit consent.
Service Description
OSARCC is a feminist organisation committed to supporting survivors of sexual abuse, rape and sexual harassment. It offers a free and confidential services which include advice and advocacy, counselling, support groups, drop-in groups, psychoeducation sessions and empowerment work to survivors aged 14+. OSARCC also provides training on how to respond to sexual violence and support survivors to professionals and individuals, as well as consent sessions in schools and higher education institutions.
The majority of their services are open to self-identifying women and girls, while their advocacy service supports survivors of all genders.
You can also donate to or volunteer for OSARCC. Volunteering opportunities may include supporting service users, fundraising and publicity. Please visit their website if you would like to support OSARCC, including volunteering, making a donation or fundraising.
Key functions & activities offered
Face to face support
You can access face to face support, including counselling and support groups, by referring yourself on their website here: https://www.osarcc.org.uk/make-a-referral/
Referrals and advice for professionals
You can refer clients to OSARCC or get confidential advice and signposting by making a referral online: https://www.osarcc.org.uk/make-a-referral/
If you're struggling to make a referral, please get in touch at referrals@osarcc.org.uk or call them at 01865 725311