The Hampton Trust
Isle of Wight Independant Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA)
An independent sexual violence advocate offers confidential advice
and support to both males and females who have been the victims
of sexual violence. They help you come to terms with what has happened and explain the options available to you.
You can expect from the service:
- Help you decide what help and support you need
- Provide information about the full range of options and services available
- Refer you for counselling, where possible
- Put you in touch with support groups, where possible
- Help to co-ordinate different agencies as appropriate, such as sexual health, mental health, substance misuse and housing
- Liaise with the police for regular case updates, if you choose to report the sexual assault
- Offer practical advice on the legal and criminal process.
Whilst we would in most cases be able to respond to contact within 48 hours the ISVA service is not a 24 hours service. If you are in crisis then please phone the appropriate numbers below. The ISVA service is not a counselling service and so does not offer weekly face to face sessions. However, if you would like to access a counselling service then the ISVA can refer you.
For further information, please contact:
Tracy Rutherford, ISVA 07930 932249
Click to download our ISVA Leaflet (PDF 187kb)
Click to download our ISVA Poster (PDF 95kb)
Click to download our ISVA Referral Form (PDF 49kb)