{"id":2017,"date":"2025-06-12T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.edgehill.ac.uk\/cpss\/?page_id=2017"},"modified":"2025-09-03T09:47:23","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T09:47:23","slug":"resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.edgehill.ac.uk\/cpss\/resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources for those affected by childhood abuse in sport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>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:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gymnasts4Change<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gymnastsforchange.com\/\">https:\/\/www.gymnastsforchange.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WhatsApp support line:<\/strong> +44 (0)7886190783<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Kyniska Advocacy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Athlete-led confidential support for anyone in sport experiencing abuse in sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Call or Text:<\/strong> +44 (0)7484223284 (Mon-Fri 10am-6pm)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:support@kyniskaadvocacy.com\">support@kyniskaadvocacy.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Webpage:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kyniskaadvocacy.com\/support-service\">https:\/\/www.kyniskaadvocacy.com\/support-service<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>NSPCC<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact the NSPCC if you\u2019re worried about a child, even if you\u2019re unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nspcc.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/www.nspcc.org.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Freephone:<\/strong> 0808 800 5000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Email:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:help@nspcc.org.uk\">help@nspcc.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>National Association for People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The NAPAC support line is staffed by trained volunteers and is for adult survivors of any form of child abuse. Provide support and signposting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/napac.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/napac.org.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Freephone:<\/strong> 0808 801 0331 (Monday \u2013 Thursday 10am \u2013 9pm, Friday 10am-6pm)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Email:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:support@napac.org.uk\">support@napac.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Safeline<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Specialist, tailored support for anyone affected by or at risk of sexual abuse and rape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeline.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.safeline.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Telephone:<\/strong> 01926 402 498<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Text:<\/strong> 07860 027573 (Please note this service is not monitored 24h a day)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>National Male Survivor Helpline<\/strong>: 0808 800 5005 (9am \u2013 8pm weekdays &amp; 10am-2pm weekends) Email:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.safeline.org.uk\/contact-us\/\">https:\/\/www.safeline.org.uk\/contact-us\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Survivors UK<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Support for any man, boy or non-binary person who has ever experienced unwanted sexual acivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.survivorsuk.org\/\">https:\/\/www.survivorsuk.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Helpline:<\/strong> Chat via SMS text 020 3322 1860 or chat online (Monday-Sunday 12pm-8pm)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NHS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Information and signposting to support for domestic violence and all forms of abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/getting-help-for-domestic-violence\/\">https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/live-well\/getting-help-for-domestic-violence\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Samaritans<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Provides free support for those in emotional distress or at risk of suicide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.samaritans.org\/how-we-can-help-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/www.samaritans.org\/how-we-can-help-you<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Freephone:<\/strong> 116 123<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Email:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:jo@samaritans.org\">jo@samaritans.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Welsh Language Line: <\/strong>0300 123 3011 (7pm\u201311pm daily)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Galop<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.galop.org.uk\/\">www.galop.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Victims &amp; survivors of so-called conversion therapies and practices:<\/strong> 0800 130 3335<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Website:&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.galop.org.uk\/\">www.galop.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LGBT+ victims and survivors of domestic abuse:<\/strong> 0800 999 5428<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LGBT+ people who have experienced hate crime:<\/strong> 020 7704 2040<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Breaking The Silence<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Confidential professional service for men of Asian, African, and African-Caribbean origin, aged 13 and over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:info@breaking-the-silence.org.uk\">info@breaking-the-silence.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Telephone:<\/strong> 01274 497535 (3pm\u20138pm Monday to Thursday)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Mix<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mix provide support to anyone under 25 on a wide range of issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.themix.org.uk\/get-support\">https:\/\/www.themix.org.uk\/get-support\/?radius=10&amp;unit=m<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Telephone:<\/strong> 0808 808 4994 (4pm\u201311pm every day)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crisis Text Messenger Service:<\/strong> 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)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Papyrus HOPELINEUK<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Provides support to anyone under 35 who is struggling with suicidal feelings or concerned about a young person who might be struggling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.papyrus-uk.org\/\">https:\/\/www.papyrus-uk.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Freephone:<\/strong> 0800 068 4141 (9am\u2013midnight daily)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Text:<\/strong> 07860 039967<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Email:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:pat@papyrus-uk.org\">pat@papyrus-uk.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>To report a criminal offence<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In an emergency, always call 999.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To report non-urgent crime, call your local police on 101.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also report crime anonymously to Crimestoppers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Freephone: <\/strong>0800 555 111<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/crimestoppers-uk.org\/give-information\/give-information-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer 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