Support for LGBTQA+ Community

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​Domestic abuse within LGBTQ+ relationships is a significant issue, yet it often remains overlooked or misunderstood. LGBTQ+ domestic abuse can manifest in various forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and psychological abuse.

Understanding the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ survivors and providing appropriate support is essential in addressing this issue effectively. Barriers to seeking help such as fear of discrimination and lack of understanding from services, or fear of being “outed" to friends and family when you are not ready as well as a lack of available services can make is almost impossible for LGBTQ+ survivors to access help or disclose their abuse.
Your Sanctuary offer support and empowerment to anyone affected by Domestic Abuse. All our services are confidential.

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Further Support 

 

• Our partners at South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Services (SWSDAS) have LGBTQ+ specialists who offer support to survivors of domestic abuse call: 01483 898884

• GALOP – LGBTQA+ Abuse and Violence helpline call: 0800 999 5428

• Star Support Star Support is a new London-based LGBTIQ+ domestic abuse refuge and community support service, working in partnership with The Outside Project. Star Support is a by-and-for service to support London's queer community by providing safe accommodation, community centred support and advice.