Get Help
If you, or somebody you know, is in immediate danger, please call 000.
Sexual Assault Crisis Line
1800 806 292.
Operates: 5pm – 9am, weekends and public holidays.
If you have experienced a recent sexual assault or you need after-hours support, you can call the Sexual Assault Crisis Line on 1800 806 292.
Specialist sexual assault services
Operates: 9am – 5pm, Monday - Friday
Sexual assault services provide free specialist counselling, advocacy and support for people impacted by sexual violence. To find your local service:
Family violence support
Safe Steps is Victoria’s 24/7 family violence response centre for confidential crisis support, information and accommodation.
How to contact Safe Steps
- Phone 1800 015 188
- Email safesteps@safesteps.org.au
- Web chat support service available 9am to midnight, Monday to Friday
There are also services that can provide support and advice. You can use Safe and Equal's website to find a service in Victoria.
Support outside of Victoria
For support across Australia, you can call 1800 Respect (1800 737 732) at any time, visit 1800respect.org.au or visit NASASV’s Sexual Violence Support Directory.
How to report sexual assault
Sexual assault and abuse are against the law. You can report to the police at any time, if this is what you want to do.
To report sexual violence to Victoria Police:
- In an emergency, call 000
- Contact your local police station
- Contact your local Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team (SOCIT)
Reporting to police isn't your only option. You can find more information about justice and reporting in our Recovery Hub.
Other resources
Resources to help me feel better after sexual violence
Our Recovery Hub is designed to help survivors like you feel better after sexual violence. There you'll find information and resources on topics like dealing with trauma, finding justice and more.
Resources to help a friend, family member or loved one
You can find advice on supporting someone you care about in our Recovery Hub, including advice on supporting children who may have experienced child sexual abuse.
Facts about sexual violence
Sexual violence is widespread in our society and is never the survivor's fault. Learning about sexual violence can help you make sense of what happened to you and help you feel less alone.