Since their inception, the Quality Standards for Services Supporting Male Victims/Survivors of Sexual Violence have been a cornerstone in ensuring high-quality, consistent, and effective support for male victims/survivors. Initially developed by LimeCulture in 2016/17 through extensive consultation with male victims/survivors and professionals in the field, these standards have played a vital role in shaping service provision across the sector.
A Legacy of Innovation and Excellence
In January 2018, the Male Survivors Partnership (MSP) officially launched the Quality Standards at an event at the House of Lords, hosted by Baroness Newlove, Victims’ Commissioner for England and Wales. Recognised as groundbreaking, these standards provided a crucial framework for services dedicated to supporting male victims/survivors. To further reinforce these Quality Standards, LimeCulture developed the Independent Accreditation Programme (IAP), ensuring that services adhering to these standards receive thorough assessment and recognition.
Through workshops, evidence reviews, feedback analysis, action planning, and group interviews with service leaders and staff, the IAP has maintained an objective and rigorous accreditation process. Accredited services are awarded a Quality Mark by LimeCulture, ensuring ongoing compliance with the highest standards of care and support. LimeCulture’s independence from the services it accredits has been instrumental in preserving the credibility and objectivity of this programme.
A New Chapter: Ownership of the Quality Standards Transfers to LimeCulture
With the closure of the Male Survivors Partnership as a formal legal entity in February 2025, questions emerged about the future of the Quality Standards and the Independent Accreditation Programme. Following consultation with MSP’s member organisations, the ownership of the Quality Standards moved to LimeCulture—a transition formally approved by the LimeCulture Board on 11 February 2025.
With the transfer of the ownership of the Quality Standard to us, LimeCulture is delighted to be continuing this journey. It is with a great sense of purpose that we present the newly rebranded Quality Standards and reaffirm our dedication to ensuring the availability of highquality support, where male victims/survivors feel supported, respected, and empowered to heal.
This transition marks a renewed commitment to ensuring that the Quality Standards remain relevant, effective, and reflective of best practices in supporting male victims/survivors. LimeCulture will continue to lead the Independent Accreditation Programme, reinforcing its mission to uphold excellence in service provision and awarding the Quality Mark to services that meet these rigorous criteria.
Our Vision for the Future
To mark this transition, we invite you to download the newly rebranded Quality Standards for Services Supporting Male Victims/Survivors of Sexual Violence (2025). This updated version reinforces our dedication to continuous improvement, sector collaboration, and maintaining the highest standards of care for male victims/survivors.
These rebranded Quality Standards continue to reflect the voices of male victims/survivors, the expertise of practitioners, and the services who contributed to their initial development by recognising that male victims/survivors face unique barriers to disclosure and recovery.
However, as our understanding grows, and our practices evolve, so too must the Quality Standards that guide the services committed to supporting males. As we move forward, we invite service providers, policymakers, and commissioners to join us in championing these Quality Standards and together we must ensure that they continue to reflect the latest best practices in supporting male victims/survivors.
For more information about the Quality Standards or to enquire about joining the Independent Accreditation Programme, please do not hesitate to contact us
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Email: accreditation@limeculture.co.uk
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