Increase in number of reported assaults
Today is the beginning of Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week.
Still seen as a taboo topic, the week hopes to make people who have been affected more comfortable in coming forward and talking about it.
Paula Gelling works for Victim Support Isle of Man and is the only independent sexual violence advisor on the Island.
She says people don't realise how often sexual assault occurs:
Ramsey Commissioners to spend more than £8k on deckchairs and storage unit
The local authority is hoping to cover the cost with a government grant
How to spot the signs of domestic and elder abuse this Christmas
Pressures of season can increase risk of harm to those in abusive situations
Police appeal to parents after party of up to 50 young people 'becomes an issue'
Officers say despite all being 'young once too', party got out of hand
Home schooling figures spike on the Isle of Man
Five times more children enrolled this year compared to 2018
