Victim Support NI

02/06/2026

During why not consider signing up to volunteer with our Witness Service? You will be supporting victims and witnesses at court. Our Witness Service offers emotional support and practical information to people going to court. This can include offering witnesses a chance to visit the court before giving evidence, explaining court procedures, accompanying a victim or witness into the courtroom, and offering the opportunity to talk over the case when it has ended.

For more information, please head to our website under get involved!

01/06/2026

It's and we wanted to start this week by saying thank you.

To put it simply, Victim Support NI wouldn't be able to do the work it does without our volunteers. From helping in our community service to our witness service, we would not be able to operate on the scale we do without them.

A special thank you to all our volunteers, past, present, and future! You have honestly contributed to supporting victims and witnesses of crime. To anyone reading this thinking about volunteering, feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions!

29/05/2026

Worried about a child affected by sexual crime?

Victim Support NI’s CSOLA service offers specialist legal guidance, advocacy, and support for young victims and those who care for them.

Reach out today:
[email protected]

28/05/2026

The latest issue paper from JUSTICEhq explores how victims of crime and state injustices have used the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) to help get justice. It gives examples where the Human Rights Act (HRA), which brought the ECHR into UK law, has been used by ordinary people to hold public bodies accountable, secure compensation and drive long-lasting change.

It includes a piece about our S*xual Offences Legal Advisers and a case study from one of our SOLA clients. You can find out more about their valuable work on our website.

https://justice.org.uk/reports/from-hillsborough-to-rochdale-how-the-echr-has-helped-victims -and-download-the-full-paper-and-poll-results

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This paper tells the stories of how victims have used the Human Rights Act, which brough the ECHR into UK law, to get justice.

27/05/2026

Are you a student or recent graduate looking to gain experience in communications? Victim Support NI is offering a six-month internship where you’ll develop skills in social media, content creation, and event planning while contributing to meaningful work supporting victims of crime.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your portfolio, gain practical experience, make meaningful connections, and work within a supportive environment.

- Starts September 2026
- 3 days per week
- Expenses covered

Head to https://www.victimsupportni.com/2026/05/21/communications-intern/ and send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] and explain to us why you are the best fit for the role!

25/05/2026

Our offices will be closed for the May Bank holiday and will reopen Tuesday morning at 9am.

If you require urgent help please contact one of the above helplines listed above.

22/05/2026

We are incredibly proud to celebrate our Chief Executive, Janice Bunting, who was awarded an MBE earlier this week for her outstanding service to victims and witnesses of crime.

As we mark 45 years of Victim Support NI, it is also a moment to recognise the dedication and impact of our staff and volunteers, past and present, who make this work possible every day.

21/05/2026

Today is our volunteer recruitment day in the Foyle office!!

Drop in today from 9am-5pm to have a chat with us and learn more about volunteering. We'd love to see you!!

Foyle Office: 6th Floor Embassy Building, 3 Strand Road, BT48 7BH

20/05/2026

The new BBC Panorama documentary "The Dark Side of Married at First Sight" details the allegations of three women who allege sexual misconduct by their former on-screen husbands. Two of the women say they were sexually assaulted. The documentary exposes serious safeguarding failures with the contributors claiming that welfare procedures on the reality show failed them and left them at risk of harm.

Importantly, the documentary focuses on the issue of consent in a relationship or marriage. We must stress that no form of entertainment or relationship removes someone's right to consent. Both parties need to consent to what happens and you can withdraw consent at any point if you feel uncomfortable. S*x without consent is r**e and marital r**e is illegal and punishable by law in the UK.

If you have been the victim of a sexual assault, please reach out to our team of S*xual Offences Legal Advisers for advice and support at [email protected].

https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m002wcf0/panorama-the-dark-side-of-married-at-first-sight-panorama

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Panorama investigates allegations that raise serious concerns that welfare procedures on Married at First Sight UK have failed contributors, leaving them at risk of harm.

18/05/2026

We had an incredible time at the Balmoral Show last week!

A special thank you to everyone who visited our stand and took the time to learn about how we support victims of crime.

See you there next year!!