We aspire to live in a world free of rape, sexual abuse, and sexualised violence. Until we do, we will be here to support anyone in Cumbria and Lancashire who has been affected. No one should be alone!
On a Mission
To empower people affected by rape sexual abuse and exploitation to recover from trauma to reach their full potential, fostering growth, and building long-lasting relationships that positively impact lives.
To challenge attitudes towards sexual violence through educating our communities, raising awareness, collaboration and influencing change.
To embed an authentic trauma informed culture by working with people in a person-centred way, committed to nurturing trusted and safe relationships, nurturing personal connections, actively engaging with people, and providing an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and respected.
At Birchall, we work in a trauma informed way, which means we realise the widespread impact of trauma and understand potential paths for recovery.
Our Big Three
Meeting People's Needs - Together we aim to deliver safe, accessible inclusive support at the right time and right place to anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse across Lancashire & Cumbria. Demand for our services has more than doubled over the last year and at the end of March 2023 there were nearly 1000 people in touch with us to access our counselling and wellbeing services.
Leading Centre of Excellence - We will use our expertise and knowledge to increase skills and knowledge in terms of trauma informed best practice for organisations working with those who have experienced trauma and bring about change by using our expertise to influence strategy, commissioners and policy decision makers through specialist education programmes and training events.
Creating Strong Community Connections - We will inspire supporters and communities, increasing levels of understanding and empathy to challenge inequality, reduce stigma, raise awareness of the impact of rape and sexual abuse, and take action to call out inappropriate actions and behaviours.
