About US

Rape and Abuse Support (R.A.S.) is a female voluntary organisation run by women for women. R.A.S. provide vital support and advocacy to female survivors of rape and sexual violence and challenge attitudes towards violence against women.

Survivors can access information on legal and medical issues. Although primarily our work is with female survivors, we also provide information and support to families, friends and partners to enable them to support the survivor in the long term. To find out more details go to How We Support

Our History

Rape and Abuse Support (R.A.S.) was originally formed in 1993 as Aberdeen Rape Crisis. The service was provided by a small group of volunteers who were responsible for the running of the whole organisation.

In 2005 our hard work was recognised by the Scottish Executive and we were able to employ staff. We were also funded by Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeenshire Council.

On 28th March 2006 we became Rape and Abuse Support a registered Company Limited by Guarantee (Company Number SC299746) having our Registered Office at 88 John Street, Aberdeen. We are also a registered Scottish Charity (Charity Number SC019087) and a full member of Rape Crisis Scotland.