HELP & SUPPORT
See below a list of key resources including websites, articles, and important contact information.
FOR MUSICIANS
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The MU's Safe Space scheme provides an opportunity for musicians to share instances of sexism, sexual harassment and sexual abuse in the music industry.
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Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, Music Minds Matter is Help Musicians' dedicated mental health support line and service for the whole UK music industry.
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Confidential listening service delivered by trained industry peers with lived experience of the music and live events sectors.
0800 030 6789
ANTI-ABUSE ORG’S
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Women's Aid is a grassroots federation working together to provide life-saving services and build a future where domestic violence is not tolerated.
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Helpline support for anyone experiencing domestic abuse or forced marriage and those who support them.
0800 027 1234 (phone)
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Free and confidential legal advice and advocacy support for women affected by violence and abuse.
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Helpline support and practical advice for those affected by stalking.
https://www.suzylamplugh.org/pages/category/national-stalking-helpline
0808 802 0300
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Support, advocacy and guidance for victims of stalking in Scotland.
https://actionagainststalking.org/
support@actionagainststalking.org
0800 820 2427
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LGBTQIA+ RESOURCES
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Working for gender identity and gender reassignment equality and rights in Scotland.
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Written in the aftermath of the Supreme Court ruling in April 2025…
https://hjosephinegiles.substack.com/p/while-the-supreme-court-ruled-i-tore
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Article by Johanna Kirkpatrick on accessing trans healthcare and the barriers that can come with it.
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Support for transgender, nonbinary and gender-diverse children and young people (up to age of 20).
8088 010 400
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Support for all LGBTQI+ people aged 16+ who have experienced hate crime, domestic abuse or sexual violence.
0800 999 5428
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Individual and group mental health and social supports for LGBTQI+ people 16 and older.
https://www.lgbthealth.org.uk/
0800 464 7000 (helpline) -
MENTAL HEALTH
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Whether you’re seeking support, are looking for more information for you or someone you love, or if you just want to have chat about mental health, SAMH can help.
0344 800 0550
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Supportline offers confidential emotional telephone support in the UK for men, women, children and young adults by calling 01708 765200.
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Mental health service run by and for people in the LGBTQI+ community.
0300 772 9855
GLASGOW
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A Community hub designed to empower and connect women of all ages, backgrounds, and identities.
Mon-Fri 9.30am-4pm
0141 576 1400
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Support and empowerment for Muslim, Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) women.
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Empowerment and support for members of the LGBTQI+ community who are affected by alcohol, drugs and trauma.
0808 802 9000
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Specialised sexual health service, including support for sexual violence.
Mon/Fri 8.30am-4.20pm
Tues-Thurs 8.30am-6.30pm0141 211 8130
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support women and girls in the Glasgow and Clyde area who have experienced rape or sexual violence.
Mon-Tues 8.30am-6.30pm
Wed-Thurs 8.30am-7.30pm
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The Daisy Project, (Domestic Abuse Integrated Support for You) offers services to families across the South of Glasgow.
Mon-Fri 8am-9pm
0141 634 4053
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Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid supports children & young people up to the age of 18 impacted by domestic abuse, forced marriage or honour based abuse.
0141 353 0859
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Semi-supported accommodation and emotional support for young women (16 to 25) who are survivors of sexual abuse or rape and at risk of homelessness.
0141 552 5803
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Personal safety and confidence building workshops and courses to women to increase their confidence, skills and knowledge.
0141 370 0739
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Support for women, children and young people experiencing/have experienced domestic abuse.
getsupport@glasgowwomensaid.org.uk
0141 533 2022
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SARCS – Sexual Assault Response Coordination Service for anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted within the last 7 days.
0141 211 8175
EDINBURGH
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Support for women, children and young people experiencing/have experienced domestic abuse.
0131 315 8110
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Support for BME women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse, forced marriage and honour based abuse.
https://shaktiedinburgh.co.uk/about/
0131 475 2399
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Support and advice for BAME women who have experienced or are currently experiencing domestic abuse or ‘honour’ based violence in Edinburgh.
0131 603 4865
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Trauma informed, non-judgemental support to women involved in selling or exchanging sex in Edinburgh.
0131 624 7270
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Sexual violence support service for women across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
0131 526 3944 (phone)
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Emotional and practical support, information and advocacy to all survivors of sexual violence in Edinburgh and Lothians.
0131 557 6737
WEST & SOUTH
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Specialised support for women and children affected by domestic abuse in Argyll & Bute.
https://argyllwomensaid.org.uk/
01369 706636
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Support service to survivors of rape and sexual abuse in the Argyll & Bute area.
https://www.rapecrisiscentre-argyll-bute.org.uk/
0800 121 4685
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Specialised support for women and children affected by domestic abuse in Inverclyde.
01475 781689
HIGHLANDS & NORTH-EAST
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Mental Health support for those living across the Highlands.
07786 207755 (text)
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Sexual health support including support for victims of rape and sexual assault.
https://highlandsexualhealth.co.uk/
01463 888300
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Support for anyone affected by sexual violence across the Highlands.
07451 288080 (text)
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Practical and emotional advice and support for anyone who has experienced abuse, violence or hate crime in Aberdeenshire.
https://www.weareac.org/how-we-help/abuse-and-violence
0300 303 0903
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Charity designed to advance the wellbeing of the LGBTQ+ Community in the Highlands.
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Mental, Emotional, Physical & Sexual Health support for members of the LGBT+ community in the Grampians.
https://www.fourpillarsuk.org/
01224 211 963
MEN’S SERVICES
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Support services for men and non-binary people who have experienced sexual violence, including counselling and practical support.
0808 801 0332 - phone
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Helpline support for men experiencing domestic abuse.
https://mensadviceline.org.uk/0808 8010327
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Advancing best practice on work with domestic abuse perpetrators, male victims and young people who use violence and abuse.
0808 8024040
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Support service in Edinburgh for any man or LGBTI+ person experiencing domestic abuse.
0131 624 7270
SPECIFIC ISSUE AREAS
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Flashing and cyber-flashing are forms of sexual harassment.
What to do and where to get support : https://www.scottishwomensrightscentre.org.uk/news/news/flashing-and-cyber-flashing--what-to-do-and-where-to-get-support/
For more information about Understanding Cyberflashing in Scotland Law visit: https://todandmitchell.co.uk/understanding-cyberflashing-in-uk-law/
DISCLOUSURE SCHEME FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE SCOTLAND
“The Disclosure Scheme for Domestic Abuse Scotland (DSDAS) is a way to find information about whether a person has an abusive past. This information can be used to prevent someone from experiencing domestic abuse in the future.
You can make a DSDAS application if you:
think you might be at risk of domestic abuse
are worried someone you know might be at risk of domestic abuse”
Find out more on their website: https://www.scotland.police.uk/guidance/domestic-abuse/disclosure-scheme-for-domestic-abuse-scotland/