Get support
If you, or someone you know, has concerns of child sexual abuse there are places and people who can help. Find a local support service using the search bar below.
Find over 350 services for those affected by child sexual abuse in England and Wales in our directory of support services.
You can find specific support tailored to supporting children, adults, parents and carers, as well as services offering focused support for women and girls, men and boys, LGBTQ+ people, disabled people and for people specifically from ethnic minority backgrounds, in one easy to navigate list.
Find services using the search bar above, or click the link below to view all.
Immediate help for child sexual abuse
If you have noticed signs, or are worried that a child may have, or is currently being sexually abused, then it’s important to take action.
Here are organisations you can contact who can help protect the child, so you can be reassured that you are doing the right thing.
NSPCC helpline
For advice if you have concerns about child sexual abuse, or you think something isn’t right, you can call the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000 (open 24 hours a day) for support and remain anonymous, if you wish.
You can also make a report on their website.
Crimestoppers
Crimestoppers is an independent charity who allows you to anonymously report information relating to a crime. Your call will not be traced or recorded and you do not have to go to court or give a statement.
Contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through their website.
Are you a child or young person?
If you are a child or young person who needs help, we want you to know that you are not on your own. There are trusted adults who can help you.
You can chat online, email or call Childline for free advice and support on 0800 1111, they are open 24 hours a day.
You don’t have to give your name and the number won’t show up on your phone bill if you call from a landline or from most mobile networks.
