Sexual Violence Grant

Who can apply?

 You can apply if you were the victim/survivor of a sexual crime that occurred on after 1st January 2010, and you reported this crime to the Police. 

What kinds of things are covered?

• Replacing clothing or personal belongings lost, stolen or damaged during the crime or taken by the Police for their investigation
• Temporary accommodation, childcare or meals, for you and any children in your care, if the crime happened at your home
• Repairs, cleaning or car hire if your car was involved in the crime
• Repairs to your home if it was damaged as a result of the crime
• Any income you lost taking time off work to be interviewed by the Police
• Costs travelling to and from a Police station to report or help with the crime investigation.

How do I apply?

Your Victim Support worker,or someone from a specialist agency like Rape Crisis can help you apply.

You'll need to complete a very simple form with your contact information and the details of the costs you experienced. Then have your agency support person or Victim Support worker verify you're you, and sign your application.

Here's the application form:

Download Sexual Violence Assistance Grant Form - 77 KB PDF

How do I find out more?

 Contact Victim Support (call 0800 842 846 to find out where you're nearest office is) or contact a specialist agency like Rape Crises - you'll find them listed near the front of your phone book under 'personal help services'.