Resources for those affected by childhood abuse in sport - Centre for Child Protection and Safeguarding in Sport

If you have been affected by abuse in sport or in other contexts and would like more information or access to support, the following specialist services are available in the UK:

Gymnasts4Change

A survivor-led network providing a safe space where affected people from gymnastics can speak about their trauma and gain support to begin their healing journey.

Website: https://www.gymnastsforchange.com/

WhatsApp support line: +44 (0)7886190783

Kyniska Advocacy

Athlete-led confidential support for anyone in sport experiencing abuse in sport.

Call or Text: +44 (0)7484223284 (Mon-Fri 10am-6pm)

Email: [email protected]

Webpage: https://www.kyniskaadvocacy.com/support-service

NSPCC

Contact the NSPCC if you’re worried about a child, even if you’re unsure.

Website: http://www.nspcc.org.uk/

Freephone: 0808 800 5000

Email: [email protected]

National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC)

The NAPAC support line is staffed by trained volunteers and is for adult survivors of any form of child abuse. Provide support and signposting.

Website: http://napac.org.uk/

Freephone: 0808 801 0331 (Monday – Thursday 10am – 9pm, Friday 10am-6pm)

Email: [email protected]

Safeline

Specialist, tailored support for anyone affected by or at risk of sexual abuse and rape.

Website: https://www.safeline.org.uk

Telephone: 01926 402 498

Text: 07860 027573 (Please note this service is not monitored 24h a day)

National Male Survivor Helpline: 0808 800 5005 (9am – 8pm weekdays & 10am-2pm weekends) Email: https://www.safeline.org.uk/contact-us/

Survivors UK

Support for any man, boy or non-binary person who has ever experienced unwanted sexual acivity.

Website: https://www.survivorsuk.org/

Helpline: Chat via SMS text 020 3322 1860 or chat online (Monday-Sunday 12pm-8pm)

NHS

Information and signposting to support for domestic violence and all forms of abuse.

Website: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/getting-help-for-domestic-violence/

The Samaritans

Provides free support for those in emotional distress or at risk of suicide.

Website: http://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help-you

Freephone: 116 123

Email: [email protected]

Welsh Language Line: 0300 123 3011 (7pm–11pm daily)

Galop

Service run by LGBT+ people for LGBT+ people. Specialise in supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence, hate crime, and other forms of abuse including honour-based abuse, forced marriage, and so-called conversion therapies. Three national support helplines:

Website: www.galop.org.uk

Victims & survivors of so-called conversion therapies and practices: 0800 130 3335

Website: www.galop.org.uk

LGBT+ victims and survivors of domestic abuse: 0800 999 5428

LGBT+ people who have experienced hate crime: 020 7704 2040

Breaking The Silence

Confidential professional service for men of Asian, African, and African-Caribbean origin, aged 13 and over.

Website: [email protected]

Telephone: 01274 497535 (3pm–8pm Monday to Thursday)

The Mix

The Mix provide support to anyone under 25 on a wide range of issues.

Website: https://www.themix.org.uk/get-support/?radius=10&unit=m

Telephone: 0808 808 4994 (4pm–11pm every day)

Crisis Text Messenger Service: Text THEMIX to 85258 where they will aim to connect every texter to a trained volunteer in less than five minutes to provide help (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)