Saint Mary's Centre Sexual Assault Referral Centre

21/01/2026

Can't wait for the wonderful Iva Bicanic to share her expertise with us at our conference.

"The Dutch multidisciplinary Sexual Assault Centres: from research to practice" is guaranteed to be a talk you won't want to miss!

More info and booking here: https://stmaryscentre.org/professionals/sexual-assault-training-courses-and-events/saint-marys-centre-annual-conference-2026-shared-vision-reflecting-40-years-sarcs-responding-sexual-violence-and-shaping-future

14/01/2026

Thrilled to announce that the wonderful Michael Conroy will be joining our conference.

"Facilitating Constructive Dialogues with Boys and Young Men: the ‘Why’ and the ‘How’" is guaranteed to be a talk you won't want to miss!

More info and booking here:
https://www.stmaryscentre.org/professionals/sexual-assault-training-courses-and-events/saint-marys-centre-annual-conference-2026-shared-vision-reflecting-40-years-sarcs-responding-sexual-violence-and-shaping-future

13/01/2026

We're currently recruiting new Forensic Doctors at our Merseyside site SAFE Place Merseyside

No forensic training required to apply. Flexible hours available.

Come join us and make a difference. If you're interested please send an email to:
josh.edgar@mft.nhs.uk

06/01/2026

We have more fantastic speakers who will be joining us for our 40th Anniversary Conference!

Dr Siobahn Weare, Dr Dominic Willmott and Madeleine Millar will be sharing their research on (Mock) juries and male victimisation.

More info and booking 👇
https://www.stmaryscentre.org/professionals/sexual-assault-training-courses-and-events/saint-marys-centre-annual-conference-2026-shared-vision-reflecting-40-years-sarcs-responding-sexual-violence-and-shaping-future

05/01/2026

We're delighted to announce that Stephen Parkinson, Director of Public Prosecutions, Crown Prosecution Service will be speaking at this year's conference.

For more information and booking please click here 👇
https://www.stmaryscentre.org/professionals/sexual-assault-training-courses-and-events/saint-marys-centre-annual-conference-2026-shared-vision-reflecting-40-years-sarcs-responding-sexual-violence-and-shaping-future

29/12/2025

Interested in learning more about being a Forensic Medical Examiner? Or are you keen to hone the skills you have? Check out our prestigious FMERSA course.

We're currently taking applications for 2026.
More info: https://stmaryscentre.org/professionals/sexual-assault-training-courses-and-events/forensic-and-medical-examinations-r**e-and-sexual-assault-course-fmersa-2026
or email josh.edgar@mft.nhs.uk

10/12/2025

Our Annual Conference is shaping up to be our best yet. Packed with new ideas and inspirational speakers.

We're delighted to reveal our first sneak peek at the plenary sessions - and there's still more to come!

Info & Booking: https://stmaryscentre.org/professionals/sexual-assault-training-courses-and-events/saint-marys-centre-annual-conference-2026-shared-vision-reflecting-40-years-sarcs-responding-sexual-violence-and-shaping-future

03/12/2025

Want to learn more about the centre, how to refer and what support we offer?

All the information you need can be found in our brand new film below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08jCjHX3sIw

We're open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Just call: 0161 276 6515

Saint Mary’s Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated forensic, counselling and aftercare service to men, women and ch...

26/11/2025

Our Annual Conference is shaping up to be our best yet. Packed with new ideas and inspirational speakers.

Stay tuned for a sneak peak at the programme soon...

Info & Booking: https://stmaryscentre.org/professionals/sexual-assault-training-courses-and-events/saint-marys-centre-annual-conference-2026-shared-vision-reflecting-40-years-sarcs-responding-sexual-violence-and-shaping-future

12/11/2025

We're very sad to hear about the passing of the Victim's Commissioner Baroness Helen Newlove.

Helen advocated tirelessly for victims, raised their voices higher and was a great friend.

Our thoughts are with her friends, colleagues and family at this time.

10/11/2025

Our Annual Conference will return on 21st and 22nd April 2026 at the fabulous Bridgewater Hall in Manchester.

Early bird pricing ends on 14th November!

Can't wait to see you all there!

Info & Booking: https://stmaryscentre.org/professionals/sexual-assault-training-courses-and-events/saint-marys-centre-annual-conference-2026-shared-vision-reflecting-40-years-sarcs-responding-sexual-violence-and-shaping-future

10/11/2025

REMEMBER:

Our service is non-judgmental, free and available 24/7 for everyone, including men and boys.

Whatever happened, whenever it happened — we’re here.