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Heavy subjectLGBTQ+Sexual violenceMenTrauma1 minute read
Gay and bisexual men and sexual violence
Support that understands both.
Gay and bisexual men experience sexual violence, from strangers, partners, dates and people they know.
Extra barriers
- Fear that services will be homophobic
- Worry about being outed
- Myths that men cannot be assaulted by other men
- Shame within the community
It was not your fault
Whatever you were wearing, whatever you had agreed to before, whatever you had drunk, consent can be withdrawn and assault is never the victim's fault.
Support
Some services specialise in supporting men, including gay and bisexual men. See resources for your country.
