I’ve just published the latest findings from our ongoing survivor experience survey, and I wanted to share them here for discussion.
The results reinforce some consistent themes:
- Abuse is often ongoing rather than one-off
- It is frequently linked to known or trusted individuals
- Many survivors don’t report at the time
- When they do, outcomes can be inconsistent
- Experiences of support vary widely
- Trust in systems remains low overall
A quick note on how the data is handled
The survey is always open, and I don’t publish results continuously. Instead, I wait until there is a meaningful number of responses, then process and release them as a single update.
This helps avoid drawing conclusions from very small samples and makes sure the findings reflect real patterns rather than noise.
It also means the picture is evolving over time, rather than being a one-off snapshot.
Why this matters
What stands out most is that survivors are not just describing experiences—they’re also very clear about what needs to improve:
- Being listened to and believed
- More consistent and timely responses
- Easier access to meaningful support
If you want to read more or contribute
Full blog write-up:
https://www.havoca.org/listening-to-sur ... elling-us/
Take part in the survey:
https://www.havoca.org/havoca-survey
If people are open to it, it would be really valuable to hear thoughts on:
- Whether these findings reflect what you’ve seen or experienced
- What feels missing
- What practical changes would actually make a difference