From time to time, Survive is asked to promote participation in ongoing research projects presented by third parties, e.g. universities, the NHS, or the Crown Prosecution Service. We define research here as anything that seeks to:
- improve outcomes for survivors.
- advance knowledge specifically in relation to the suitability or effectiveness of therapeutic approaches.
There is NO obligation for anyone to take part in any of the research projects noted below.
Participating in research may be triggering to those who have been subjected to sexual violence and abuse, including child sexual abuse.
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Survive is not responsible for the research listed below.
“Focus on Survivors” National Survey
My name is Lisa Harwood, and I am a Research Officer at Healthwatch Suffolk, an organisation gathers people’s experiences of health and social care to help influence and improve services.
We are currently working with Fiona Ellis from Survivors in Transition to promote, analyse, and report on the latest “Focus on Survivors” national survey. This follows on from the influential study carried out by Survivors in Transition and the University of Suffolk ten years ago, which helped shape trauma-informed practice across the sector. You can view the previous report here.
The updated survey aims to understand what has changed in the past decade and what more needed to support adult survivors of child sexual abuse. We are therefore reaching out to key organisations like yours to ask for your support in sharing the survey with your service users, on social media, or through your wider networks.
It is more important than ever that we hear from as many survivors as possible. Each response strengthens the national evidence base and contributes to improving services and support across the country. Survey Link: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/FocusOnSurvivors2025
Children’s experiences of Family Law Court – Survivors Voices: Research Project
The Survivors Trust member CARA (Centre for Action on Rape and Abuse) is supporting a research project led by Dr Jaime Lindsey at the University of Reading. The research is looking at children’s experiences of cases in the family courts where allegations of child sexual abuse were raised. The all-women research team wants to hear from adults or young people over the age of 12 who have been involved in the family court as a child. Taking part in this research will involve either an interview with a researcher or providing written reflections on the family court case, with participants choosing the method of involvement that is most comfortable for them. If you are aware of individuals who might be interested in taking part in this important research, please ask them to get in touch with Jaime at j.lindsey@reading.ac.uk. You can find further information about the project here.
Rape Crisis
Supporters are central to our movement. And with a new Government, our Policy and Public Affairs team wants to hear from you, now more than ever.
What should the new Government do for survivors?
Whether it’s increasing funds for specialist services or better criminal justice responses, please fill out this one-question survey and tell us what you think!
