Shetland RapeCrisis

Shetland RapeCrisis Affected by sexual violence? We can help you to find a way forward. Member of R**e Crisis Scotland. You don’t have to talk about anything you don’t want to.

We provide free, inclusive, and confidential support and information to anyone, of any gender (age 13+), in Shetland affected by any form of sexual violence. This includes survivors, as well as family, friends, and supporters. We can support you after a recent incident or if you experienced sexual violence in the past, whether as an adult or as a child. We will give you the time and space to talk

about what is important to you, and we will listen to what you have to say. We can support you to re-engage with things that bring you joy and help you to discover new things that help you to feel safe and well. In a safe and confidential space, we empower you to engage with your emotions, and to heal. If you are thinking about reporting what happened to you, we can help. We can provide information about the justice system and support you during the justice process, such as accompanying you at a police statement or at court. You are not alone.

Sexual health can be something that feels hard to know where to turn. However, it does not have to be. In Shetland, we h...
04/09/2026

Sexual health can be something that feels hard to know where to turn. However, it does not have to be.
In Shetland, we have a sexual health clinic that is open every Monday evening from 545 to 745. We understand that attending a clinic can be daunting for some people, options are available outside of those times by contacting the department directly.

SARCS (Sexual Assault Response Coordination Services) is a dedicated NHS service which can provide medical care, forensic examination and support to anyone over the age of 16 who has experienced recent r**e or sexual assault.
A referral to SARCS can be made without reporting to the police an can allow forensic evidence to be collected for use within the following two years. This option gives survivors choice and most importantly time to decide what is right for them. If you would like to discuss either of these services with us please get in touch on [email protected]

We are BEE (Bold, Equal and Empowered), a young activist group at the Compass Centre. We have created this resource to h...
31/08/2026

We are BEE (Bold, Equal and Empowered), a young activist group at the Compass Centre. We have created this resource to highlight the unique challenges that young people in rural areas face when leaving home to attend further education. We have chosen to focus on Mental Health, Safety, and Spiking.

There is often a lack of support circles for Mental Health when attending university away from home. Safety is important due to the perceived safeness in Shetland compared to in a university city. We also chose to discuss spiking due to the prevalence in the media currently and to raise awareness for young people going to university, where drinking culture is prominent.

We hope that this resource can provide reassurance for young people travelling away from home for further education. We understand that growing up in a small community can often shelter young people from some aspects of city life, and while we need to consider these topics everywhere, an increased population can increase the risk of feeling unsafe.

You can find the full resource on our website following this link - https://www.compasscentre.org/bee/

💜 We believe that lasting change happens when we work together 💜This is the final post of our series which explores our ...
28/08/2026

💜 We believe that lasting change happens when we work together 💜

This is the final post of our series which explores our 4 key priorities following the launch of our new strategy, and what these priorities mean for our organisation and the people we support. We've numbered these priorities for simplicity but each has equal value and importance.

Our final priority is to: Create change through connection

We'll do this by:
• Building strong relationships within our community and with partners
• Having courageous conversations that help to shift attitudes and promote accountability - and encouraging others to do the same
• Working closely with other amazing organisations across Shetland to make sure survivors get the response and support they need

Thank you for following along with our series of posts! If you'd like to find out more, our full strategy document can be found on our website:
https://www.compasscentre.org/news/news/launch-of-new-strategy/

If you’ve experienced sexual violence at any point in your life, you don’t have to face it alone 💜Whether something happ...
26/08/2026

If you’ve experienced sexual violence at any point in your life, you don’t have to face it alone 💜

Whether something happened recently, many years ago, or during childhood, support is available here at The Compass Centre. We're here to listen, support you and help you find a way forward, at your own pace.

You can call us on 01595 747 174 Mon-Thurs between 9am – 1:30pm, or email us at [email protected]

If you need support outside these times, the R**e Crisis Scotland Helpline is open every day from 5pm until midnight and you can reach them on 08088 01 03 02

The Compass Centre ValuesEverything we do at The Compass Centre is guided by five core values. 💙🧭 Safe - we create space...
17/08/2026

The Compass Centre Values

Everything we do at The Compass Centre is guided by five core values. 💙

🧭 Safe - we create spaces where survivors and our team feel supported and can thrive.

🧭 Trustworthy - we listen with care, follow through on what we say, and learn from our mistakes.

🧭 Equitable - we actively challenge the beliefs and systems that lead to harm, and hold ourselves to the same standard.

🧭 Empowering - we make sure survivors, staff and volunteers have real choice and meaningful influence.

🧭 Courageous - we have open, brave conversations - in our relationships, our organisation and our community.

These aren't just words on a page. They shape how we show up, every single day. 💜

💜 We believe that sexual violence is not inevitable, it is preventable 💜We're sharing a series of posts following the la...
14/08/2026

💜 We believe that sexual violence is not inevitable, it is preventable 💜

We're sharing a series of posts following the launch of our new strategy to explore our 4 key priorities and what these mean for our organisation and the people we support. We've numbered these priorities for simplicity but each has equal value and importance.

Our third priority is to: Educate, prevent & advocate

We'll do this by:
• Delivering high-quality training and education initiatives that promote prevention, early intervention and healthier relationships
• Supporting grassroots activism and empowering our youth volunteers to make change in their own communities
• Providing accessible and credible information and campaigns to raise awareness of sexual violence and its impacts

If you'd like to find out more, our full strategy can be found on our website:
https://www.compasscentre.org/news/news/launch-of-new-strategy/

💜🎉Come see us today at the Cunningsburgh Show! 🎉💜 We’ll be here all day in Shed 3 with the chance to win a sweet hamper,...
12/08/2026

💜🎉Come see us today at the Cunningsburgh Show! 🎉💜

We’ll be here all day in Shed 3 with the chance to win a sweet hamper, name the rainbow bee competition and lots of resources and information about the services we offer, so we’d love to chat to you if you’re at the event!

Happy International Youth Day! We had a look at how our youth activist group, BEE, are meeting the objectives for Intern...
12/08/2026

Happy International Youth Day! We had a look at how our youth activist group, BEE, are meeting the objectives for International youth Day set by the United Nations.

Global Solidarity - providing and creating opportunities for young people to take part in campaigns and developing our service.

Shared Challenges - encourage collective responses and working in partnerships with other organisations and groups in Shetland and Scotland.

Youth Innovation - Creating space for young people to share ideas, learn from one another and inspire different approaches. BEE is led by the young people who volunteer.

For more information, please visit: https://social.desa.un.org/issues/youth/events/international-youth-day-2026

💜 Could you be our next trustee? 💜We're looking for women who share our feminist values and want to help make a lasting ...
06/08/2026

💜 Could you be our next trustee? 💜

We're looking for women who share our feminist values and want to help make a lasting difference in our community. As a trustee, you'll work alongside a supportive board to provide strategic direction, oversee the charity's governance and financial sustainability, and help ensure we continue delivering high-quality services for survivors.

You don't need previous trustee experience – we'll provide a full induction, training and ongoing support. If you have enthusiasm, good judgement and a commitment to our mission, we'd love to hear from you.

We'll be at the Cunningsburgh Show on 12th August and the Unst Show on 29th August so feel free to come and have a chat or email [email protected] to find out more!

Many mothers face the paradox of society expecting them to breastfeed and also to not be seen doing it. Many face stigma...
03/08/2026

Many mothers face the paradox of society expecting them to breastfeed and also to not be seen doing it.
Many face stigma, shame and anxiety about breastfeeding their child in public.
We believe that this is a societal issue, stemming from misogyny, the standards set for women and the objectification of women's bodies.
We stand with mothers and hope to support the breakdown of this stigma.
As a service, If you need to bring your child to appointments, our spaces are safe, supportive and breastfeeding friendly.

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11 Hill Lane
Lerwick
ZE10HA

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Monday 9am - 1:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 1:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 1:30pm
Thursday 9am - 1:30pm

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