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Young Shetlander presents survey results on perceptions of sexual violence
Gracie Gowans-Little, a high-school graduate, has compiled her findings for a Social Science Baccalaureate project started while in S6. The “Perceptions of sexual violence in Shetland” project was created out of a genuine interest in the topic and a gap within the research sphere.
Gracie says she “wanted to raise awareness about sexual violence in Shetland due to the culturing of silencing survivors and challenging social norms.”
There were 325 responses to her online survey which informed the depth of this project.
Information on Spiking
We’re aware there’s been a lot of concern and conversation about spiking in Shetland recently. While we cannot comment on individual cases, for anyone concerned about spiking, we have compiled some information that we hope helps to inform people about this issue and how you can help prevent it and keep those affected safe from further harm.
ABOUT SPIKING
Spiking is the colloquial term for when a person is drugged without their knowledge or consent. People may spike others for many reasons, including to humiliate; to assert power; to show off to others; and/or to enable further crimes such as theft, sexual assault, and rape.
The Compass Centre Publishes Annual Report for 2022-23
The Compass Centre has published it's annual report outlining our charitable activities for 2022-23.
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NHS Shetland and The Compass Centre raise awareness of Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) as part of Sexual Health Awareness Week
The Compass Centre and NHS Shetland are raising awareness of Shetland's Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) as part of Sexual Health Awareness Week (11th - 17th September).
The SARC is a service for anyone who has experienced rape and/or sexual assault in Shetland which allows for the collection of forensic medical evidence on Isle. This service was opened at the Gilbert Bain Hospital in Lerwick in April 2022 and was the first of it's kind in Shetland.
We are recruiting for Trustees (Volunteers)
We are currently recruiting for Trustees to join our Board.
- Are you committed to supporting the work of a specialist service for survivors of sexual violence?
- Do you have skills in (or would like to develop skills in) leadership, governance, strategy development, finance, human resources, communications, decision-making, fundraising and more?
- Have a minimum of five hours to spare per month?
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