Appropriate Adults
Volunteers safeguarding the rights and welfare of vulnerable detainees in police custody.
Ensure the right support for victims and vulnerable people
Victims and vulnerable people feel supported and listened to, with access to high-quality services at the right time.
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Cleveland Antisocial Behaviour Charter
Initiative setting minimum standards for ASB victim support.
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Your rights as a victim of crime
Understand your rights and access support services as a victim of crime.
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Victim Care and Advice Service (VCAS)
Free, confidential support for victims of crime in Cleveland, regardless of police reporting.
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Restorative Cleveland
Opportunities for victims to communicate with offenders and influence justice outcomes.
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Sexual violence and exploitation
Specialist support for victims of sexual violence and exploitation in Cleveland.
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Domestic abuse
Access to services for victims of domestic abuse and cultural-based harm in Cleveland.
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Illegal Cultural Harm
Support for victims of honour-based violence, forced marriage and Female Genital Mutilation.
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Cleveland Anti-Slavery Network
Collaborative efforts to combat human trafficking and modern slavery.
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Safe Places Scheme
Community locations offering assistance to vulnerable individuals who feel unsafe.
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Victims Right to Review
The Victims Right to Review allows victims to request a review of a police decision not to prosecute.