Reaching Out to Minority Communities

Reaching Out to Minority Communities SARAC has been awarded a National Lottery Reaching Communities grant of £182, 229, allowing us to pilot a ground-breaking project among marginalised communities in and around Burton. This two-year project will prioritise cultural awareness, trauma-informed care, and inclusivity, with the aim of reaching and supporting survivors of sexual violence who […]

Local College Students Step Up For Survivors

Students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) have been getting active to raise money for SARAC. Students at Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) have been getting active to raise money for SARAC. Steps to SARAC, organised by Edward Cole, Grace Calver, Areeba Khalid and Nicky Felthouse, took place in November, and saw BDSC’s […]

SARAC Calls On Government To Act On Child Sexual Abuse Recommendations

SARAC Calls On Government To Act On Child Sexual Abuse Recommendations The IICSA report was published last year and detailed its investigation into child sexual abuse in England and Wales over several decades. It also proposed a package of important recommendations to prevent child sexual abuse, and support any victims in the future. Now, SARAC […]

Burton Company Kick-Starts Charity Fundraising for SARAC with Football Fun

Burton Company Kick-Starts Charity Fundraising for SARAC with Football Fun Burton based thermoplastics company, Plastribution, have selected SARAC as their chosen charity to fundraise for this quarter. SARAC was nominated as the charity for this event by employees at Plastribution. Together the company agreed that due to the stigma around sexual abuse, the cause that […]

SARAC Collaborates with Local Schools

SARAC Collaborates with Local Schools Burton based sexual violence and rape charity, SARAC, has paired up with local schools to spread awareness and improve education on the impacts of sexual violence. De Ferrers Sixth Form, based in the town centre, has several students on board with SARAC’s Young Person’s Ambassador scheme. Revolved around giving young […]

Become a Member for SARAC’s Board of Trustees

Become a Member for SARAC’s Board of Trustees SARAC are welcoming new applications for a board member for their board of trustees. A trustee for SARAC is involved in the decision making and progress of the charity, helping it to develop with the current times and provide the best service possible to victims of sexual […]

Creating Safer Communities for the World Cup

Creating Safer Communities for the World Cup SARAC has collaborated with local businesses and charities to work towards creating safe communities during the FIFA World Cup this year. Working closely with East Staffordshire Family Support Service, Burton Albion Community Trust,  SARAC is a part of this wider team encouraging the promotion of positive and safer […]

Celebrating Trustees Week at SARAC

Celebrating Trustees Week at SARAC This year’s Trustee Weeks’ runs from 7th – 11th November 2022, and SARAC are shouting about the dedicated trustees that support the charity. Across the UK there are nearly 1 million trustees creating great achievements for charities across all sectors. SARAC’s own trustees having been supporting their cause, which aims […]

Pamper Night with Guys and Dolls and SARAC

Pamper Night with Guys and Dolls and SARAC Salon, Guys and Dolls, based in Burton-upon-Trent are hosting a special pamper night event offering hair styling, perfume trying, card reading, and more. With a fun line-up of different stalls, there will be loads to enjoy and with a presence from SARAC at the occasion, we’ll be […]

Recognising Black History Month

Recognising Black History Month this October SARAC is always striving to be inclusive. Anyone regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, immigration status, gender, age or disability who may need help can access support equally through our services. Abuse does not discriminate; anyone can fall victim to this. In efforts to be a charity for everyone, it […]