Orkney Rape and Sexual Assault Service
@orkneyrsas.bsky.social
We Believe You.
Confidential support & advocacy for anyone 13+ in Orkney impacted by sexual violence.
01856872298 or contact@orsas.scot
26 Bridge Street , Kirkwall KW15 1HR
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Confidential support & advocacy for anyone 13+ in Orkney impacted by sexual violence.
01856872298 or contact@orsas.scot
26 Bridge Street , Kirkwall KW15 1HR
linktr.ee/orkneyrsas
The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique is a quick, practical way to calm panic and anxiety by bringing your attention back to the present moment. By focusing on your senses, your body gets the signal that you’re safe right now, helping slow racing thoughts and ease intense feelings.
January 12, 2026 at 9:01 AM
The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique is a quick, practical way to calm panic and anxiety by bringing your attention back to the present moment. By focusing on your senses, your body gets the signal that you’re safe right now, helping slow racing thoughts and ease intense feelings.
Did you know you can self refer? No need to go through the police or GP, just get in touch directly. We do also accept referrals from police, GPs, health professionals, mental health professionals, and other charities.
#itsok #support #help #wearehere #webelieve
#itsok #support #help #wearehere #webelieve
January 9, 2026 at 7:01 AM
Did you know you can self refer? No need to go through the police or GP, just get in touch directly. We do also accept referrals from police, GPs, health professionals, mental health professionals, and other charities.
#itsok #support #help #wearehere #webelieve
#itsok #support #help #wearehere #webelieve
We will never ask you to tell us what happened to you.
We are just hear to listen, support & believe.
We are here for you
☎️ 01856 872 298
✉️ contact@orsas.scot
We are just hear to listen, support & believe.
We are here for you
☎️ 01856 872 298
✉️ contact@orsas.scot
January 7, 2026 at 12:02 PM
We will never ask you to tell us what happened to you.
We are just hear to listen, support & believe.
We are here for you
☎️ 01856 872 298
✉️ contact@orsas.scot
We are just hear to listen, support & believe.
We are here for you
☎️ 01856 872 298
✉️ contact@orsas.scot
Wednesday 07 January 2026 - We are open as normal today.
ORSAS staff are now back in the office and monitoring the phone and emails.
If you are in need of support, please get in touch by phone 01856 872298 or email contact@orsas.scot
ORSAS staff are now back in the office and monitoring the phone and emails.
If you are in need of support, please get in touch by phone 01856 872298 or email contact@orsas.scot
January 7, 2026 at 9:52 AM
Wednesday 07 January 2026 - We are open as normal today.
ORSAS staff are now back in the office and monitoring the phone and emails.
If you are in need of support, please get in touch by phone 01856 872298 or email contact@orsas.scot
ORSAS staff are now back in the office and monitoring the phone and emails.
If you are in need of support, please get in touch by phone 01856 872298 or email contact@orsas.scot
Tuesday 6 January 2026 - Our office remains closed due to ongoing weather and staff shortages. We hope to return to normal tomorrow, but will update accordingly.
If you need support please contact the RCS Helpline between 5pm – midnight:
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
If you need support please contact the RCS Helpline between 5pm – midnight:
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
January 6, 2026 at 9:59 AM
Tuesday 6 January 2026 - Our office remains closed due to ongoing weather and staff shortages. We hope to return to normal tomorrow, but will update accordingly.
If you need support please contact the RCS Helpline between 5pm – midnight:
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
If you need support please contact the RCS Helpline between 5pm – midnight:
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
ORSAS is here to help you navigate the process. We can help to answer any questions you may have, help facilitate meetings with police & support you through our advocacy program.
Please get in touch by calling 01856 872 298 or email contact@orsas.scot.
Please get in touch by calling 01856 872 298 or email contact@orsas.scot.
January 5, 2026 at 12:02 PM
ORSAS is here to help you navigate the process. We can help to answer any questions you may have, help facilitate meetings with police & support you through our advocacy program.
Please get in touch by calling 01856 872 298 or email contact@orsas.scot.
Please get in touch by calling 01856 872 298 or email contact@orsas.scot.
Please note that we are remaining closed today, Monday 05 January 2026, due to weather and in the interest of keeping our staff and clients safe. The office will reopen once it is safe to do so.
#closed #snowstorm #orkney #orsas #kirkwall
#closed #snowstorm #orkney #orsas #kirkwall
January 5, 2026 at 9:44 AM
Please note that we are remaining closed today, Monday 05 January 2026, due to weather and in the interest of keeping our staff and clients safe. The office will reopen once it is safe to do so.
#closed #snowstorm #orkney #orsas #kirkwall
#closed #snowstorm #orkney #orsas #kirkwall
We’re here for you, your friends, and your family, with support that is respectful, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed. You are not alone.💜
💻 contact@orsas.scot
☎️ 01856872298
Image courtesy of @canadiangirl_abroad
💻 contact@orsas.scot
☎️ 01856872298
Image courtesy of @canadiangirl_abroad
January 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM
We’re here for you, your friends, and your family, with support that is respectful, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed. You are not alone.💜
💻 contact@orsas.scot
☎️ 01856872298
Image courtesy of @canadiangirl_abroad
💻 contact@orsas.scot
☎️ 01856872298
Image courtesy of @canadiangirl_abroad
If you’ve been raped or sexually assaulted in the last 7 days, you can phone the sexual assault self-referral phone service 24/7 on 0800 148 88 88. Calls are free from landlines and mobiles.
SARCS is an NHS Scotland service which offers support in the days following a rape or sexual assault.
SARCS is an NHS Scotland service which offers support in the days following a rape or sexual assault.
January 1, 2026 at 12:01 PM
If you’ve been raped or sexually assaulted in the last 7 days, you can phone the sexual assault self-referral phone service 24/7 on 0800 148 88 88. Calls are free from landlines and mobiles.
SARCS is an NHS Scotland service which offers support in the days following a rape or sexual assault.
SARCS is an NHS Scotland service which offers support in the days following a rape or sexual assault.
🎆 Hogmanay & Consent 🎆
As we ring in the New Year, remember — consent always matters.
Ask. Listen. Respect the answer — no matter what it is.
Let’s make 2026 safe, respectful, and fun for everyone. 💜
#ConsentMatters #ORSAS #Hogmanay #RespectBoundaries #NewYearNewRespect
As we ring in the New Year, remember — consent always matters.
Ask. Listen. Respect the answer — no matter what it is.
Let’s make 2026 safe, respectful, and fun for everyone. 💜
#ConsentMatters #ORSAS #Hogmanay #RespectBoundaries #NewYearNewRespect
December 30, 2025 at 12:01 PM
🎆 Hogmanay & Consent 🎆
As we ring in the New Year, remember — consent always matters.
Ask. Listen. Respect the answer — no matter what it is.
Let’s make 2026 safe, respectful, and fun for everyone. 💜
#ConsentMatters #ORSAS #Hogmanay #RespectBoundaries #NewYearNewRespect
As we ring in the New Year, remember — consent always matters.
Ask. Listen. Respect the answer — no matter what it is.
Let’s make 2026 safe, respectful, and fun for everyone. 💜
#ConsentMatters #ORSAS #Hogmanay #RespectBoundaries #NewYearNewRespect
Wishing everyone Happy Holidays from ORSAS
To our clients — thank you for your courage and trust in sharing your healing journey. And to our partners — we’re grateful for your continued support and collaboration. #ORSAS #HappyHolidays
To our clients — thank you for your courage and trust in sharing your healing journey. And to our partners — we’re grateful for your continued support and collaboration. #ORSAS #HappyHolidays
December 25, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Wishing everyone Happy Holidays from ORSAS
To our clients — thank you for your courage and trust in sharing your healing journey. And to our partners — we’re grateful for your continued support and collaboration. #ORSAS #HappyHolidays
To our clients — thank you for your courage and trust in sharing your healing journey. And to our partners — we’re grateful for your continued support and collaboration. #ORSAS #HappyHolidays
Even though our office is closed, we’re still able to accept donations. While you’re out doing your last-minute shopping, why not take less than a minute to stop by 26 Bridge Street and donate just £3?
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference
December 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Even though our office is closed, we’re still able to accept donations. While you’re out doing your last-minute shopping, why not take less than a minute to stop by 26 Bridge Street and donate just £3?
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference
If you’ve been raped or sexually assaulted you can self-refer to SARCS by phone 24/7. Once you complete your self-referral, a healthcare professional at the SARCS will phone you back to discuss & arrange care. You can phone for free the sexual assault self-referral phone service on 0800 148 88 88.
December 21, 2025 at 12:01 PM
If you’ve been raped or sexually assaulted you can self-refer to SARCS by phone 24/7. Once you complete your self-referral, a healthcare professional at the SARCS will phone you back to discuss & arrange care. You can phone for free the sexual assault self-referral phone service on 0800 148 88 88.
Our doors are now closed until January 5 2026
If you are in need of support please contact the rape crisis Scotland
Get in touch any day between 5pm – midnight*:
(*25 Dec, Christmas day & 31 Dec, Hogmanay 5pM - 11PM)
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
Email: support@rapecrisisscotland.org.uk
If you are in need of support please contact the rape crisis Scotland
Get in touch any day between 5pm – midnight*:
(*25 Dec, Christmas day & 31 Dec, Hogmanay 5pM - 11PM)
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
Email: support@rapecrisisscotland.org.uk
December 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Our doors are now closed until January 5 2026
If you are in need of support please contact the rape crisis Scotland
Get in touch any day between 5pm – midnight*:
(*25 Dec, Christmas day & 31 Dec, Hogmanay 5pM - 11PM)
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
Email: support@rapecrisisscotland.org.uk
If you are in need of support please contact the rape crisis Scotland
Get in touch any day between 5pm – midnight*:
(*25 Dec, Christmas day & 31 Dec, Hogmanay 5pM - 11PM)
Call: 08088 01 03 02
Text: 07537 410 027
Email: support@rapecrisisscotland.org.uk
As we close for the holidays, we’re reflecting on a busy year — 96 people supported in the last 8 months, with numbers continuing to rise. We’re incredibly proud of everyone who reached out for support. We wish everyone a safe, consensual festive season & we’ll be here in the New Year. #ORSAS
December 19, 2025 at 10:11 AM
As we close for the holidays, we’re reflecting on a busy year — 96 people supported in the last 8 months, with numbers continuing to rise. We’re incredibly proud of everyone who reached out for support. We wish everyone a safe, consensual festive season & we’ll be here in the New Year. #ORSAS
This Holiday Season we want you to make sure you have consent at all time.
Make sure it is freely given, on going and enthusiastic .
If you don't have consent or if someone revokes consent you must respect this and stop.
#consent #holidayseason #getconsent
Make sure it is freely given, on going and enthusiastic .
If you don't have consent or if someone revokes consent you must respect this and stop.
#consent #holidayseason #getconsent
December 17, 2025 at 12:03 PM
This Holiday Season we want you to make sure you have consent at all time.
Make sure it is freely given, on going and enthusiastic .
If you don't have consent or if someone revokes consent you must respect this and stop.
#consent #holidayseason #getconsent
Make sure it is freely given, on going and enthusiastic .
If you don't have consent or if someone revokes consent you must respect this and stop.
#consent #holidayseason #getconsent
🎉 Holiday Parties & Consent 🎉
This festive season, remember — consent means asking, listening, and respecting the answer, no matter what it is.
If you’ve experienced sexual violence or harassment and need support, ORSAS is here for you. 💜
📞 01856 872298
📧 contact@orsas.scot
This festive season, remember — consent means asking, listening, and respecting the answer, no matter what it is.
If you’ve experienced sexual violence or harassment and need support, ORSAS is here for you. 💜
📞 01856 872298
📧 contact@orsas.scot
December 15, 2025 at 12:02 PM
🎉 Holiday Parties & Consent 🎉
This festive season, remember — consent means asking, listening, and respecting the answer, no matter what it is.
If you’ve experienced sexual violence or harassment and need support, ORSAS is here for you. 💜
📞 01856 872298
📧 contact@orsas.scot
This festive season, remember — consent means asking, listening, and respecting the answer, no matter what it is.
If you’ve experienced sexual violence or harassment and need support, ORSAS is here for you. 💜
📞 01856 872298
📧 contact@orsas.scot
’Tis the season to support your local charity!
This week, why not take less than a minute to stop by our office at 26 Bridge Street and donate just £3 — that’s less than the cost of a coffee.
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference. 💛
This week, why not take less than a minute to stop by our office at 26 Bridge Street and donate just £3 — that’s less than the cost of a coffee.
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference. 💛
December 14, 2025 at 9:30 AM
’Tis the season to support your local charity!
This week, why not take less than a minute to stop by our office at 26 Bridge Street and donate just £3 — that’s less than the cost of a coffee.
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference. 💛
This week, why not take less than a minute to stop by our office at 26 Bridge Street and donate just £3 — that’s less than the cost of a coffee.
Simply tap your card or phone on the reader in our window. Every small act makes a big difference. 💛
🎉 Holiday Parties & Consent. As the festive season begins, it’s important to remember that consent always matters —at every party, every gathering, every time. Sexual consent means asking, listening & respecting the answer, no matter what it is. A “no,” a “not sure,” or even silence is never a “yes”
December 12, 2025 at 12:04 PM
🎉 Holiday Parties & Consent. As the festive season begins, it’s important to remember that consent always matters —at every party, every gathering, every time. Sexual consent means asking, listening & respecting the answer, no matter what it is. A “no,” a “not sure,” or even silence is never a “yes”
Human Rights Day! As the 16 Days end, we’re reminded that women’s rights are human rights. GBV remains one of the most widespread human rights violations, rooted in inequality & discrimination. Today & every day, we stand with survivors & work toward a Scotland where all can live free from violence
December 10, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Human Rights Day! As the 16 Days end, we’re reminded that women’s rights are human rights. GBV remains one of the most widespread human rights violations, rooted in inequality & discrimination. Today & every day, we stand with survivors & work toward a Scotland where all can live free from violence
💜 16 Days of Activism 💜
Minority ethnic women and girls often face extra barriers to safety — from lack of understanding and language support to fear of judgement or discrimination.
Every survivor deserves to be heard, believed, and supported with dignity. 💜
#16Days #EndVAWG #ORSAS #EquallySafe
Minority ethnic women and girls often face extra barriers to safety — from lack of understanding and language support to fear of judgement or discrimination.
Every survivor deserves to be heard, believed, and supported with dignity. 💜
#16Days #EndVAWG #ORSAS #EquallySafe
December 9, 2025 at 7:30 AM
💜 16 Days of Activism 💜
Minority ethnic women and girls often face extra barriers to safety — from lack of understanding and language support to fear of judgement or discrimination.
Every survivor deserves to be heard, believed, and supported with dignity. 💜
#16Days #EndVAWG #ORSAS #EquallySafe
Minority ethnic women and girls often face extra barriers to safety — from lack of understanding and language support to fear of judgement or discrimination.
Every survivor deserves to be heard, believed, and supported with dignity. 💜
#16Days #EndVAWG #ORSAS #EquallySafe
ChatGPT said:
💜 16 Days of Activism 💜
Women and girls face greater risks of violence and barriers to support — especially in rural areas.
Building safer communities means joined-up action so every woman can access safety, dignity, and support. 💜
#16Days #EndVAWG #ORSAS #EquallySafe
💜 16 Days of Activism 💜
Women and girls face greater risks of violence and barriers to support — especially in rural areas.
Building safer communities means joined-up action so every woman can access safety, dignity, and support. 💜
#16Days #EndVAWG #ORSAS #EquallySafe
December 8, 2025 at 9:30 AM
ChatGPT said:
💜 16 Days of Activism 💜
Women and girls face greater risks of violence and barriers to support — especially in rural areas.
Building safer communities means joined-up action so every woman can access safety, dignity, and support. 💜
#16Days #EndVAWG #ORSAS #EquallySafe
💜 16 Days of Activism 💜
Women and girls face greater risks of violence and barriers to support — especially in rural areas.
Building safer communities means joined-up action so every woman can access safety, dignity, and support. 💜
#16Days #EndVAWG #ORSAS #EquallySafe
Nearly half of the world's women and girls—1.8 billion—have no legal protection from digital violence.
As cyberstalking, gendered disinformation, and AI-driven deepfakes escalate—increasing the risks women and girls face online—laws have failed to keep pace.
This is unacceptable.
#NoExcuse
As cyberstalking, gendered disinformation, and AI-driven deepfakes escalate—increasing the risks women and girls face online—laws have failed to keep pace.
This is unacceptable.
#NoExcuse
December 7, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Nearly half of the world's women and girls—1.8 billion—have no legal protection from digital violence.
As cyberstalking, gendered disinformation, and AI-driven deepfakes escalate—increasing the risks women and girls face online—laws have failed to keep pace.
This is unacceptable.
#NoExcuse
As cyberstalking, gendered disinformation, and AI-driven deepfakes escalate—increasing the risks women and girls face online—laws have failed to keep pace.
This is unacceptable.
#NoExcuse
VAWG is one of the most common & devastating traumatic experiences, with lasting impacts on mental health and wellbeing. Embedding lived experience meaningfully & safely requires trauma-informed, compassionate approaches — but it’s essential to building systems that truly meet survivors’ needs.
December 5, 2025 at 7:30 AM
VAWG is one of the most common & devastating traumatic experiences, with lasting impacts on mental health and wellbeing. Embedding lived experience meaningfully & safely requires trauma-informed, compassionate approaches — but it’s essential to building systems that truly meet survivors’ needs.
VAWG deeply affects wellbeing — especially for young people, who often face barriers to accessing support and recovery.
Over half of students who’ve experienced sexual assault or harassment say it happened on campus, and 1 in 6 women in Scotland has experienced online violence.
#16Days #AllTogether
Over half of students who’ve experienced sexual assault or harassment say it happened on campus, and 1 in 6 women in Scotland has experienced online violence.
#16Days #AllTogether
December 4, 2025 at 12:02 PM
VAWG deeply affects wellbeing — especially for young people, who often face barriers to accessing support and recovery.
Over half of students who’ve experienced sexual assault or harassment say it happened on campus, and 1 in 6 women in Scotland has experienced online violence.
#16Days #AllTogether
Over half of students who’ve experienced sexual assault or harassment say it happened on campus, and 1 in 6 women in Scotland has experienced online violence.
#16Days #AllTogether