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    How to respond to a disclosure of sexual violence in a safe and supportive way

    By Safer Me Safer You, SHFPACT

    Published 30 June 2024,
    Last Updated 11 July 2024
    Plain Language
    Help & Support

    This resource is a 56-page PDF.

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    How to respond to a disclosure of sexual violence in a safe and supportive way is a practical resource for supporters of people of all abilities. 

    This resource provides information about how to respond to a disclosure of sexual violence in a safe and supportive way. 

    It will tell you about:

    • what sexual violence is

    • how to create safety 

    • how to respond to a disclosure

    • how to look after yourself as a supporter.


    This resource is for anyone who supports people with disability. This includes:

    • support workers

    • service providers

    • teachers

    • counsellors 

    • other health professionals. 

    While this resource is aimed at professionals working with people with disability, it can help everyone receive and respond to a disclosure in a safe and supportive way. This includes family members and friends.