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Purple Leaf
Purple Leaf – Early Intervention & Prevention Around Sexual Harm
Purple Leaf is a specialist service run by the West Mercia Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre (WMRSASC). It provides support, education, and training around sexual abuse, unhealthy sexual behaviour, and sexual violence, with a focus on children and young people aged 5–18, their families, and professionals.
What Purple Leaf Offers
Type of Service | What This Means |
Assessment & Intervention | For children and young people who have experienced sexual harm or shown harmful sexual behaviours. Includes specialist assessments (e.g. AIM3, Under-12s) and tailored support programmes. |
Education & Prevention Programmes | Delivered in schools or one-to-one. Topics include consent, recognising unhealthy relationships, warning signs, and where to get help. |
Professional Training & Consultancy | For school staff, youth workers, and social care professionals. Covers responding to disclosures, understanding harmful sexual behaviour, and safeguarding practices. |
Support Through Disclosure & Aftercare | Advocacy, counselling, and emotional support for children and families following a disclosure or incident of sexual harm. |
Who It’s For
Children and young people aged 5–18 affected by sexual abuse or displaying harmful sexual behaviours
Families and carers needing support, guidance, or advocacy
School staff and professionals seeking training or advice around safeguarding and sexual harm
Why This Service Matters
Helps keep children safe and supports their emotional and psychological recovery
Builds awareness of consent, healthy relationships, and how to seek help
Equips schools and professionals to respond appropriately to disclosures and prevent escalation
Offers early intervention to address concerns before they become more serious
How to Access Purple Leaf
Schools can refer students or invite Purple Leaf to deliver workshops
Families can access support via professionals (e.g. school, social services, CAMHS) or contact Purple Leaf directly
If a child discloses sexual abuse, Purple Leaf can provide advocacy and support through the process
📞 Phone: 01905 677444
📧 Email: enquiries@purpleleaf.org.uk
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