Avon and Somerset Victim Service (ASVS partnership)
Avon and Somerset Victim Service (ASVS) is a partnership between three experienced local charities who collaborate to provide high quality support services to those affected by crime and antisocial behaviour across Avon and Somerset.
Within this, Victim Support help those aged over 18 years to feel safer, provide information on the effect of crime and the resources available to move forward. We validate experiences, help people to reflect on their situation, and explore support networks and tools to aid resilience.
Stand Against Racism & Inequality (SARI) is an experienced agency led by and for the communities they serve and whose board and staff have lived experience of hate. In ASVS, they provide invaluable support to adults experiencing all types of hate crime across Avon and Somerset. SARI crucially bring trusted connections within local minoritised communities to the ASVS partnership.
Resolve West are an experienced provider of restorative justice, and Restorative Justice Council (RJC) accredited. They support victims of crime of all ages to communicate with those who have harmed them. Victims are supported at every step of the journey and communication is planned around their needs. Restorative justice can be delivered face to face or indirectly, empowering victims and enabling their voice to be heard.
