What to do if you have been raped or sexually assaulted

If you want to you can go to the police to make a report. You should do this as soon as possible. Alternatively, you can go to a rape and sexual assault centre in Glasgow called Archway. You can phone Archway yourself or be referred by your G.P., police, other agency: Tel 0141 211 8175      

  • Archway gives sensitive support , physical examination and counselling for men and women. A female doctor will offer to examine you, take forensic evidence and check you for STIs. Everything will be kept completely confidential. Police will only be informed if you agree. This service is only available if sexual assault or rape happened in past 7 days. Phone: 0141 211 8175


Other agencies that can help:

  • Rape Crisis Centre: Free and confidential support and information. Kilmarnock Tel: 01563 541 769  or for Glasgow call Freephone: 08088 00 00 14
  • Survivors: For men and boys who have been sexually abused or raped. More at Survivors UK.
  • Women's Support Project Glasgow: Confidential information and support for women who have experienced sexual abuse, harassment or assault and other violence. More at Women's Support Project or Phone: 0141 552 2221
  • Women's Aid: Support and accommodation for women and children who have experienced domestic abuse.
    For North Ayrshire Phone: 01294 602 424 
    For East Ayrshire Phone: 01563 536 001 
    For South Ayrshire Phone: 01294 266 482
  • Moving On Project: Support in North Ayrshire for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and rape. Phone: 01294 466 901
  • Strathclyde Police Headquarters Phone: 0141 532 2000