First Light are pleased to be able to share the results of the 2023 Rocket Science Report
Safe Spaces, which launched in September 2020, is an independent advocacy and support service for victims and survivors of church-related abuse in the Catholic Church of England and Wales, the Church of England, and the Church in Wales.
The report notes that based on the views of survivors engaged in the evaluation, consultations with staff, as well as the monitoring reports, Safe Spaces has had a positive impact on the well-being and resilience of survivors who have engaged with the service.
It also highlights areas where the transition from the pilot project to the new service could have been smoother.
Safe Spaces is operated by the charity First Light, with a dedicated team of six highly trained professionals in place supported by robust systems and processes to manage risks.
The service is available to adults aged 18 or over who have experienced any kind of Church related abuse, including, but not limited to sexual violence, inappropriate sexual behaviour, physical abuse, financial abuse or exploitation, psychological abuse, spiritual abuse, domestic abuse, coercive and controlling behaviour and conversion therapy.
The service can be accessed online at https://safespacesenglandandwales.org.uk/ or by calling 0300 303 1056.
