Cheshire Collective
We’re a collective of organisations across Cheshire who are working together to raise awareness of the importance of consent and the support services available to survivors. We aim to eliminate myths about rape, sexual violence and sexual assault while challenging behaviours.
Cheshire Collective aims
- To stand united against sexual violence.
- To support survivors across Cheshire so they get the very best help and advice.
- To expose and challenge myths.
- Educate society about consent and why it is so important.
- Empower survivors or rape and sexual violence to speak out.
- Raise awareness of the pathways of support available to survivors whether or not they decide to report to the police.
- To promote and educate residents on healthy and equal relationships.
- To challenge negative and inappropriate behaviour such as Lad Culture
Plan of action
To host a dedicated day on Friday 12 November in Cheshire to raise awareness of the issue of sexual violence and the support available to survivors.
- 10am – 12pm = A live Q&A hosted on Cheshire Police’s Facebook page with professionals from across the region answering people’s questions anonymously
- 12pm – 6pm = A stalled event (location to be confirmed)
- 8pm = Chester City Centre vigil as a moment of reflection and remembrance
Who is involved?
Cheshire West and Chester Council
Cheshire West and Chester Council is the local authority of Cheshire West and Chester. It is a unitary authority, having the powers of a non-metropolitan county and district council combined.
Cheshire Constabulary
Cheshire Constabulary is responsible for public protection across Cheshire.
Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) – Mersey-Cheshire
CPS Mersey-Cheshire covers the counties of Merseyside and Cheshire.
Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (Cheshire and Merseyside
RASASC (Cheshire and Merseyside) is a registered charity (1049826) committed to supporting people who have been affected by rape or sexual abuse.
The Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner Cheshire
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) for Cheshire is a non-political, impartial organisation which exists to support the work of the elected PCC.
University of Chester
The University of Chester is a public university located in Chester, England.
Chester Sexual Abuse Support Service (CSASS)
CSASS is a friendly team of women, working with survivors of sexual abuse to help them feel supported and safe.
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About Us
This website was developed in collaboration with North West Police Crime Commissioners, NHS England, and Sexual Assault & Abuse Services.
The North West SAAS Partner Network (Strategic Direction for Sexual Assault and Abuse Services) is led by NHS England and covers Cheshire, Merseyside, Cumbria, Greater Manchester and Lancashire.
