Mankind

Sussex-based support for men who have been affected by unwanted sexual experiences

Postal address: 1 Brunswick Road, Brighton & Hove, BN3 1DG
Telephone: 01273 911 680
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://mkcharity.org/
Area covered: Hove, South East England

Services offered:

Counselling
Support
Information
Email support

Services for:

Male survivors of rape and sexual abuse 18+ (inclusive of trans and non-binary people)
Partners of male survivors of rape or sexual abuse
Parents of male survivors of rape or sexual abuse
Mental health/care workers supporting survivors of rape or sexual abuse

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