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Action starts with small steps 💚

This Mental Health Awareness Week highlights the need to take action. We are reminded that looking after our mental health goes beyond awareness, it's about what we do. Checking in, setting boundaries, and creating safe, supportive spaces, all make a difference.

For survivors of sexual violence, these actions are vital. Trauma can have a lasting impact on mental health, and compassionate, trauma-informed support is essential.

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Today is International Day of the Midwife 🩵

Midwives play a vital role in supporting people through pregnancy, birth, and beyond - providing care at some of life's most important moments.

This year's theme is

What were you wearing?

It's a question too many survivors are asked - and it should never matter.

This Denim Day, we stand together to challenge victim-blaming and raise awareness about sexual violence.

Denim Day started in 1999 after a court overturned a rape conviction because the survivor was wearing tight jeans; the argument was she must have helped remove them, therefore

Stalking it serious - and it's more common than you think.

It's a pattern of behaviour that can leave lasting emotional and psychological scars, and in some cases can be deadly.

For #StalkingAwarenessWeek, The Suzy Lamplugh Trust and Action Against Stalking are calling attention to fatal fixation - when obsession escalates into dangerous and violent behaviour.

The STAR Centre supports anyone that has experienced sexual violence, and can point you in the right direction for further support if you are being stalked. Call us on 01563 544686 or visit our website (link in bio).

Every survivor deserves to be heard, believed, and supported.
Your voice matters. We’re here for you. 💜
#WeBelieveSurvivors #RightToBeHeard #RapeCrisisSupport

Being able to name our feelings helps us understand and process them. The Feelings Wheel is a powerful tool for building emotional awareness, for ourselves and when supporting others. 💬🌀
#FeelingsWheel #EmotionalAwareness

Being feminist isn’t a trend, it’s a commitment to justice, equality, and ending sexual violence. 💪
We’re proud to be a feminist rape crisis centre. #Feminist #EndSexualViolence #RapeCrisisSupport #InclusiveFeminism

Bad days don’t erase your progress, they’re just part of the process. You’ve got this. 💜 #ItsOkayToHaveABadDay #KeepGoing #SelfCare

No matter what you’ve been through, you are enough, just as you are💜 #IAmEnough #SelfLove #YouMatter

Valentine’s Day can bring a lot of unspoken pressure.

There’s often this idea that if someone buys expensive gifts, books a hotel, or plans a big romantic gesture, it should be “reciprocated” with physical intimacy.

But that’s not how consent works.

You don’t have to “do that thing they like.”
You don’t have to wear “something special.”
You don’t have to have sex, or do anything at all, just because it’s Valentine’s Day.

A gift isn’t a contract. Romance isn’t an obligation.

You never owe someone access to your body, no matter the date on the calendar.

If today feels pressured or uncomfortable, The STAR Centre is here. 💜

#BoundariesBeforeBouquets #ValentinesConsent #LoveWithoutPressure #RapeCrisisSupport #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime

Affirmations are small, powerful reminders of who we are beyond trauma. Speak gently to yourself today. You are worthy of love, care, and choice, always. 💜 #DailyAffirmations #YouAreEnough #SpeakToYourselfGently

Sign-Ups are OPEN! For this year's @kiltwalk in Glasgow. This is a fantastic way for people to support charities like ours.

By choosing to fundraise for The STAR Centre you will help provide life saving support to survivors of sexual violence across Ayrshire.

#KiltWalk #Fundraiser #TeamWork #SupportSurvivors #Feminist #Support #VAWG #SexualViolence #SignUp #Ayrshire

Being vulnerable doesn’t make you weak, it makes you brave. Speaking your truth, showing your pain, & choosing to heal takes real strength. We’re with you, every step of the way. 💜 #VulnerabilityIsStrength #WereHereForYou #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime

Some days feel heavier than others, and that’s okay. When you’re struggling, remember that slowing down and showing yourself kindness is a powerful act of self-love. You’re doing the best you can, and that’s enough. We see you, we're here to support you. 💜 #SelfCareForSurvivors #BadDayReset #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime

As a feminist organisation, The STAR Centre believe in the power of every voice. You’re not alone when you speak out. We want to break the silence around sexual violence, challenge injustice, and build a world where all women are heard and supported. Your voice matters. 💜 #FeministSolidarity #YouAreNotAlone #YourVoiceMatters #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime

Understanding trauma is the first step toward healing. Our free Rape Crisis Info Booklet breaks down what trauma is, how it affects us, and how to find the support you deserve. Download it anytime from our website.You’re not alone. 💜 #TraumaInformed #SupportAndHealing #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime

The STAR Centre offers specialised support for LGBTI+ survivors of sexual violence. 💜
We have a free information booklet from Rape Crisis Scotland available to download from our website. It addresses the unique challenges LGBTI+ survivors may face and discusses options for support and advocacy.
Link in bio 🔗

#LGBTISupport #RapeCrisisScotlnd #FreeResources #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime

🎄 Festive Closure Notice 🎄

Our centre will be closed from 19/12/2025 – 05/01/2026.

If you need support during this time, you are not alone.
The Rape Crisis Scotland Helpline is available for immediate crisis and initial support for all people of genders aged 13+ who have experienced sexual violence.

🕔 Opening hours:
• 5pm – midnight throughout the festive period
• Christmas Day & Hogmanay: 5pm – 11pm

📱Call: 08088 01 03 02

You deserve support, whenever you need it.
We’ll be back and ready to support you again in the new year. 🎆
Take care, and we’ll see you then. 💜

#HolidaySupport #NewYearSupport #SupportIsAvailable
#YouAreNotAlone #RapeCrisisScotlandHelpline #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime

You don’t have to go through this alone.
We’re here to listen. We’re here to believe you. We’re here to help. 💜
Whether it happened yesterday or years ago, your story matters, and support is always available.

#YouDeserveSupport#WeBelieveYou #SupportForSurvivors #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime

You can’t control every storm, but you can learn how to ride the waves. 🌊
Healthy coping doesn’t mean pretending everything’s fine, it means finding tools that help you stay grounded.
Deep breaths. Movement. Connection. Rest. You’ve got options 💜

#CopingSkills #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingTools #BeKindToYourMind #AnyBodyAnyTypeAnyTime