Our Helpline has been selected for the Women & Girls Match Fund! Last year we answered over 1,800 Helpline calls & emails. Each one was a survivor reaching out for support. The Big Give’s Woman & Girls Match Fund will double any donation you make up to £5,000! Big Give will double any donations we
We are proud to announce that our Activist Volunteers won the award for Outstanding Contribution to Societal Change! Last night we attended the North East Charity Awards. What a wonderful evening, celebrating just a tiny part of the innovative charity sector in our region. The commitment, passion and skill of our volunteer
We have an amazing team of runners taking part in Great North Run 2026, show your support! On Sunday 13th September, 13 runners will don their running shows to raise funds for our work with survivors. Support Our Runners! Our Runners' Stories Sponsor Grace “I have chosen
Despite the prevalence of sexual violence in society and the healthcare workplace, as well as its impacts on health and health seeking behaviour, research and experience tells us that sexual violence education is underrepresented in the curricula of UK medical schools and postgraduate training. We are Aysha Haddington-Ahmed
Volunteers' Week 2026 “This Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to all our volunteers. We simply could not do what we do without you. Thank you to all of our volunteers for their time, passion & commitment to supporting women & girls impacted by sexual violence. Your support makes a
Welcome News: Marketing of Self-Swab Kits We are pleased to share the news that, today, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a ruling against a company marketing these kits. This is an important step towards making sure that clear information is provided about how, forensically safe, evidence can be gathered after sexual violence.
It's time to sign up for the Hadrian & Lakeside Annual Swimathon! The November event is to mark The White Ribbon Campaign and raise vital funds for Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland. What's the Challenge? Individuals & Teams commit to swimming one mile in one hour. That’s 64 laps in 60 minutes!
Our "Canny Lass" socks are back! Our "Canny Lass" socks are back! These super comfy, vibrant socks are the perfect way to show off your fashion while supporting a good cause. Whether you’re treating yourself or looking for a fun, thoughtful gift, these socks are a win! Each pair of socks helps
Rape Crisis Tyneside and Northumberland Awarded Quality Mark for Specialist Sexual Violence Service Provision. We are proud to announce that we have successfully maintained the Rape Crisis National Service Standards quality mark! On completion of the National Service Standards, Rape Crisis England & Wales identified that we demonstrate high standards in the
Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls. A sculpted fixture commonly found at courthouses the world over, Lady Justice is a symbolic personification of the judicial system, often depicted wearing a blindfold to represent impartiality. However, as the UN Women website highlights: ‘Justice is not blind. It protects power and
