Free online information sessions helping survivors better understand their rights, options and the systems they may encounter following trauma, abuse or victimisation.
Navigating police, safeguarding, complaints processes and other professional systems can feel confusing and overwhelming, particularly when you are already carrying the impact of trauma or abuse.
You may find yourself wondering:
Finding clear, understandable information shouldn’t add another layer of stress.
That’s why we created Survivor Information Sessions (SIS).
Survivor Information Sessions are focused, trauma-aware online sessions designed to make complex rights, processes and systems easier to understand.
Each session focuses on one specific topic, giving you clear, accessible information and the opportunity to ask general questions.
Sessions are delivered via Zoom. You can simply attend, listen and learn — there is no pressure to speak, share your experience or have your camera on.
Our sessions are built around three simple principles:
Clear, plain-English information to help you understand rights, processes and what to expect.
Learn about the options and possible next steps available to you, without pressure to take action.
Build your knowledge of rights, systems and processes so you can make informed decisions with greater confidence.
Information to help you understand. Knowledge to help you decide.
Choose the topic you’d like to understand better. Each session focuses on one specific area and is delivered online in a trauma-aware, accessible way.
Join the waiting list for any session you’re interested in and we’ll contact you when the next date is scheduled.
Considering reporting to the police — or already reported and wondering what happens next?
This session explores:
There is no pressure to report. We recognise the realities and potential emotional impact of engaging with the criminal justice system.
Want to understand whether a police or prosecution decision may be eligible for review?
This session explores:
Want to understand how to request personal information held about you?
This session explores:
Register your interest using the short form below and select any of the Survivor Information Sessions you’d like to attend.
We’ll contact you when a session you’ve selected is next scheduled.
No pressure. No need to share your story.
Just accessible, trauma-aware information to help you understand your rights, explore your options and make informed decisions.
We understand that systems connected to trauma and abuse can be emotionally difficult to navigate.
Our sessions are therefore designed around choice, information and emotional safety.
We will never pressure you to:
Our role is to help you understand the process and your options.
What you choose to do with that information remains entirely your decision.
Browse the available information sessions and select the topic you would like to understand better.
Register your interest using the short form for that session.
There is no commitment to attend at this stage.
Rather than running sessions on fixed dates regardless of demand, we schedule sessions when sufficient interest has been received.
Everyone on the waiting list will then be contacted with the next available date.
Sessions are delivered remotely via Zoom.
You are welcome to simply listen. Cameras and participation are optional.
Where available, we will share relevant resources and information to help you continue learning after the session, including access to our Survivors Peer Support Forum, where you can explore further resources, guidance and peer support.
Survivor Information Sessions are educational sessions and should not be treated as a substitute for independent legal or specialist advice where this is required.
SIS is for adult survivors (18+) wanting to better understand rights, processes or systems connected to trauma, abuse or victimisation.
You can attend one or multiple sessions, and you do not need to use any other BeyondTrauma service to take part.
No. SIS is educational rather than case-based. You will never be required to share your trauma or abuse history with the group.
No. Participation is optional. You are welcome to attend simply to listen and learn.
No. Cameras are optional.
Sessions do not operate on fixed monthly dates. Once sufficient interest has been received for a topic, we will arrange a session and contact those on the waiting list.
You can register your interest in any SIS topics that are relevant to you.
No. Survivor Information Sessions provide information, education and general guidance. They are not therapy, counselling or peer-support groups.
SIS facilitators can answer general questions about the topic being discussed but cannot assess or advise on individual cases.
Where your circumstances require individual legal, advocacy or specialist support, we may provide general signposting.
SIS is not a crisis or emergency service.Â
If you require urgent support, please contact:
You can also access our organisational support directory here:
BeyondTrauma Academy CIC is committed to making trauma-aware information and education accessible to survivors.
Donations help us develop new Survivor Information Sessions, create practical resources and continue providing accessible survivor education.
