Sexual Violence Advisors 

In the Humberside area we have 3 Independent Sexual Violence Advisors. These are specialist support workers who will support you in the weeks and months after an assault.

​If you choose to be supported by an ISVA they will help you through the police and court process.  The ISVA will act as your advocate and ensure that you are kept up to date in regards to any investigation.  This service is for men and women over the age of 18 and also includes:

  • Assessment of your individual needs
  • Emotional and practical support
  • Helping you get other specialist support, e.g. counselling, mental health, sexual health, substance and alcohol misuse.
  • Independent and impartial advice as this service is separate from the police
  • Face to face meetings and ongoing telephone contact
  • Help and Advice regarding housing
  • Talking through your options if you have not reported your incident to the police
  • Detailed understanding of the police and court process and proceedings
  • Arrangement of pre-court visits
  • Attendance at court
  • Liaison between you, the police, CPS and barristers
  • Assistance with Criminal Injury Compensation
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Sexual Violence Advisors