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New survey shows high levels of sexual violence in Scotland

A new survey released by the Scottish Government found that one in ten women in Scotland have experienced rape & one in five women in Scotland have had someone try to make them have sex against their will.

The survey also found that 2% of men had experienced rape.

The ScotCen survey interviewed 516 men and 760 women aged between 16 and 74.

Sandy Brindley, National Coordinator for Rape Crisis Scotland, said:

"This survey confirms that sexual violence is far more common that people realise. Rape is a crime which can have a devastating impact, and many survivors never tell anyone what has happened, never mind report it to the police.

We need to prioritise prevention, working with the Scottish public to ensure people know that the law is clear - sex without consent is rape, and can have very serious consequences for both the victim and the perpetrator."

If you have time to give, and would like the supportive atmosphere, excellent training and personal & professional development that Rape Crisis Scotland offers, come and find out more at our information evening.

Wednesday, 12th August 2015

18.30-20.30

@

The Albany Learning & Conference Centre
44 Ashley Street, G4 6DS

To book a place or for more information contact Mridul Wadhwa

Tel: 0141 331 4188 or volunteer@rapecrisisscotland.org.uk

Register on http://rcsvolunteer.eventbrite.co.uk

You can also find out more about what it means to become a volunteer for Rape Crisis Scotland by downloading this document.