Victims and survivors of crime in Sussex asked to take part in research around support
www.surveymonkey.com/r/SexualViolenceandAssaultSurvey
As many of you are aware the Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner has recently commissioned the Centre for Public Innovation (CPI) to carry out a sexual violence needs assessment. The needs assessment will map current support service provision, identify gaps in provision and barriers to accessing services, and identify the support needs of survivors. We would be grateful if victims and survivors could take part in the research around support, as part of this assessment.
Sussex Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne wants to hear from victims and survivors about their experiences of sexual violence, to help to identify their support needs and to build upon the services already offered in the county.
Katy Bourne has said: “Here in Sussex, we have a range of support services for victims and survivors of sexual violence. While victims may share common experiences, their identities, circumstances and the abuse they faced will be unique – meaning they will need specialist and tailored support.
“It’s important that I hear from victims and survivors about their experiences so that, as PCC, I can help to identify any barriers to accessing services as well as spot gaps in provision.
“To understand this further and to ensure we have the right support services in Sussex, I have commissioned the Centre for Public Innovation (CPI) to carry out a Sussex-wide ‘sexual violence needs assessment.'"
The survey takes around 20 minutes to complete and can be completed using the link below. The results of the survey will be used by CPI to produce a report. Only CPI researchers will see individual’s data, and this will not be shared with any other party – including the PCC’s office.