The Rowan

The Rowan provides services and support 24/7 to anyone in Northern Ireland who has been sexually abused, assaulted or raped.

Freephone helpline: 0800 389 4424

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

For all those who have/are experiencing sexual violence and abuse, NIs Regional Sexual Assault Referral Centre is here to take your call. If you would like to talk to a healthcare professional please call 08003894424

[Justice NI @Justice_NI]

A series of videos designed to raise awareness of a free legal service for child victims of serious sexual offences have been released by the @Justice_NI

Read More: https://t.co/r6fCXPn8Ft

[Police Service NI @PoliceServiceNI]

Today, partners came together for a meeting hosted by our Public Protection Branch.
We highlighted the planned work for 2026 to strengthen our response to violence against women and children and domestic abuse.
Collaboration is key, together we can make a difference.

[Northern Trust @NHSCTrust]

NEWS: @TheRowanSARC was among the winners at the recent GNI Mag awards 🙌

https://t.co/Z7Q91uJ68O

[Northern Trust @NHSCTrust]

On #WorldAIDSDay, we are proud to introduce our new HIV service ❤️

Sexual Health Consultant Dr Melissa Perry and Lead Nurse Jolene Murphy explain what to expect when you visit our clinic and how our staff can support anyone who may feel anxious about attending.

[Foyle Women's Aid @FoyleWomensAid]

Women’s Aid NI today have published regional statistics for 2024/25. They show a snapshot of the reality for thousands of women across Northern Ireland who have experienced abuse, often in their own homes.
Please know we are here to listen if you ever want to talk to us. #16Days

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

The Rowan is absolutely delighted to win the Health& Wellbeing Award voted for by readers of @gnimag We had a great night celebrating with our friends from the LGBTQIA+community. Thank U to everyone who voted for us what an honour.
If you’re seeking advice & support:
O8003894424

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

The Rowan is delighted to support Links Women’s group in their campaign to help End Violence Against Women and Girls

[Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland @safeguardingni]

📣New resource alert📣

In collaboration with @NCA_UK, @CEOPEducation and @PoliceServiceNI, we’ve created an essential guide for professionals working with children and young people to understand the risks of AI-generated child sexual abuse material.
https://t.co/u7loEetE1m

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

NHSCT are recruiting Consultant GU/HIV Medicine. Come and join a well established committed and motivated team - great place to live and work 👇 https://t.co/3UYMNaZii2

[Northern Trust @NHSCTrust]

@TheRowanSARC provides specialist care for victims & survivors of sexual violence and and it highlights how partnership working can #MakeADifference.

Today we had an opportunity to showcase this collaboration to Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt, and Justice Minister, Naomi Long ❤️

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

Our very own Dr Sharon Porter discussing the importance of open conversations when talking about sexual health 👍

[Northern Trust @NHSCTrust]

During #SexualHealthWeek, our Sexual & Reproductive Health Care Clinical Lead, Dr Sharon Porter, is encouraging people to talk about sex, sexual wellbeing & healthy relationships❤️

Read more, including how to access our services, https://t.co/NFPvf6CTHL

#LetsTalkAboutSex

[Police Service NI @PoliceServiceNI]

As we mark #SaferInternetDay, let's prioritise conversations about online boundaries with our children and young people.

Help them navigate the digital world safely and responsibly. Learn more at https://t.co/ibIpeqiHNm

@safeguardingni
@UK_SIC

[Police Service NI @PoliceServiceNI]

Last year 329 online sexual crimes against children were reported to us.

Join us this Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week in raising awareness of these crimes and saying #ItsNotOk.

Learn more at https://t.co/1QlYBjVlah

#ItsNotOk

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

This week is Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week. #ItsNotOk If you or anyone you know has been affected by this please phone [phone] where one of our nurses is ready to take your call

[Northern Trust @NHSCTrust]

@TheRowanSARC helped 760 people last year.*

Its services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for children, young people, women & men who have been sexually assaulted or raped🏥

Visit https://t.co/d40gvJWqgc to find out more.

#ItsNotOk

*April 2023 – March 2024

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

Privileged to be invited to speak at SEDSVP NFS Conference. Thank you for our invitation

[Kelly Andrews @kellyandrews149]

Great line up of speakers at today’s @SEDSVP conference @WomensaidBelLis @PoliceServiceNI @setrust @WomensAidNI @Belfastdsvp @thePPSNI @TheRowanSARC

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

Today we hosted our multiagency Best Practice Day, bringing experts & practitioners together from Rowan, PPS, FSNI & PSNI. Providing opportunity for learning & reflection of cases of serious sexual offences. Thank you to all our presenters.

[The Rowan @TheRowanSARC]

The Rowan SARC NI was delighted to attend the launch @NSPCCNI of the new Domestic & Sexual Abuse Strategy today. We particularly welcome the extension of the current SOLA service to include child victims of serious sexual offence.

[Justice NI @Justice_NI]

Ministers Naomi Long @Justice_NI and @healthdept Mike Nesbitt have launched the new Domestic and Sexual Abuse Strategy
https://t.co/UeXTYvQKEu

[NI Executive @niexecutive]

The First Minister and deputy First Minister launched the Strategic Framework to End Violence Against Women and Girls today.

They thanked those who contributed to the development of the 7-year Framework.