In 2025, we reviewed our vision, mission and values to make sure they reflect SARSVL’s growth and who we are as an organisation. We consulted with trustees, staff, volunteers, and survivors who use our services.

Our vision

SARSVL wants everyone to be free from the fear and experience of sexual violence and
abuse.

Our mission

SARSVL is an intersectional feminist organisation that exists to support those whose
lives have been affected by sexual violence and abuse. We provide support in ways that centre, uphold and address the voice, rights and needs of women, girls and nonbinary people who feel our women-centred approach is right for them. We challenge and disrupt narratives and systems that enable and perpetuate sexual violence and abuse, working towards their elimination.

Our values 

Intersectional feminism. We’re committed to providing equitable, inclusive services, rooted in anti-racist, antioppressive practice. We strive for social justice for all survivors.

With and for survivors. We recognise survivors as unique individuals and respond to their needs with diverse services and by working in partnership with aligned organisations. We know survivors are the experts in their own lives. We listen, believe and support them with empathy.

Centring women and girls. We create and maintain safe, healing spaces for and with women, girls and nonbinary people who feel our women-centred approach is right for them.

To view our Business for Plan 2026-31 please click here.