A society where women and girls are equal and free from all forms of rape and sexual abuse.

Our core ethos revolves around centering support from a trauma-informed feminist perspective, with a primary focus on girls and women. We recognise the reality that the majority of perpetrators of sexual violence are male. As a women's organisation, we stand in solidarity with all survivors, irrespective of gender.

Our commitment to feminist principles means that we prioritise the voices and experiences of those affected by sexual violence. We understand that each survivor's journey is unique, and we strive to develop and introduce services that directly respond to their expressed needs and want.

By amplifying the voices of survivors and advocating for gender equality, we actively work towards a world free from sexual violence and oppression. At SOSRC, our feminist approach informs every aspect of our support services, ensuring that we empower survivors and challenge societal norms that perpetuate violence and injustice. 

Vision

A society where women and girls are equal and free from all forms of rape and sexual abuse.  

Mission 

To alleviate the trauma and distress of women and girls who have suffered any form of sexual violence. To promote education and research in the subject of rape and its effects on the survivor.  

Values 

• Women Only Spaces - to provide a safe and supportive environment 
• Non-Judgemental Support - we do not judge 
• Commitment to Good Practice -  working inline with National Service Standards 
• Women-Led - for women by women (our services to support all genders)
• Free Services for Survivors and Victims - survivors and victims have a right to access free services 
• Believe - we believe what survivors tell us 
• Non-Directive - we do not influence survivors and victims choices 
• Empowerment - we empower survivors and victims to make their own decision

We recognise that sexual violence is both a cause and a consequence of gender inequality and that sexual violence disproportionately affects women and girls.