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The Scottish Government have been urged by an active petition to make non-fatal strangulation (NFS) a stand-alone criminal offence after finding that one in four women experience or have suffered from strangulation or suffocation.  The reasons to support this proposal state that any perpetrators could and should be charged and prosecuted even in

As a service, we understand the importance of keeping an incident journal, not only to gather evidence about one’s victimisation but as a way for victims to categorise the behaviours they are experiencing and to see the pattern of conduct forming.  Many victims minimise and justify their stalker’s actions and even feel like

With the announcement of the Stalking Super Complaint, we wanted to share a message of support to our partners and colleagues across England and Wales.  The collective work we do to support victims of stalking is not only essential but lifesaving. The recommendations set out highlight the need for the crime of

Stalking is a crime that can often go unnoticed by those who haven’t experienced it until it hits close to home. Whether it’s the unnerving feeling of someone watching you or unwanted messages popping up on your phone, stalking is a serious problem that’s becoming more complex in our digital age. That’s where Det. Mike

Stalking is a complex crime, which often goes unrecognised and therefore under reported. In cases where stalking is reported, charging this type of offence can be challenging and the number of stalking convictions is reducing. In Scotland in 2022-2023, the number of stalking charges was 921, which was a reduction from

The LGBTQIA+ community faces unique and often underrepresented challenges when dealing with stalking. The intersection of sexual orientation, gender identity, and the experience of being stalked creates a complex web of issues that require specialised attention and support.  One of the critical factors that heightens the stalking experience for LGBTQIA+ individuals is

Action Against Stalking (AAS) was established in 2014, by founder Ann Moulds after her own stalking ordeal. In the face of adversity, Ann found strength, and through her fight for justice she campaigned for stalking to be a standalone offence in Scotland under Section 39 of the Criminal Justice and

One of the most significant impacts of media portrayals of stalking is the way they shape public perceptions. While these portrayals often capture the fear and trauma experienced by victims, they can also perpetuate harmful stereotypes. Stalkers are frequently portrayed as lone, deranged individuals as seen in ‘I Am a Stalker’, reinforcing

Obsession is a mix of memoir, investigation and expert analysis, exploring the troubling issue of stalking. The book follows journalist Nicole Madigan, who was stalked for three years, detailing the impact it had on her life. With deep insight into the phenomenon of stalking, Obsession is a gripping read. Our

Nearly one in four women living in Scotland has been a victim of stalking behaviour according to the biggest-ever survey specifically focusing on the issue. Stalking victim support charity Action Against Stalking (AAS) spoke to nearly 2000 people to understand the extent of the problem in Scotland, through funding from

This seminar discusses the vulnerability of victims with a focus on the impacts of Covid-19. There are presentations by our CEO Ann Moulds, ASSIST and Rape Crisis Centre in Glasgow and hosted by Professor Ross Deuchar from UWS. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXjcdv0AsCs Stay tuned, as more of these seminars are planned and underway!

Centre for Action Against StalkingInternational Conference & Summit Dynamics between the Stalker and the Victim Tuesday 20 to Thursday 22 April 2021 The Conference and Summit underpins the National Stalking Awareness Week, with a combination of live and pre-recorded sessions by international speakers. Tuesday 20 April Conference Theme – Meet

Our Founder and CEO Ann Moulds was interviewed by Strictly Stalking Podcast about her own stalking experience and how she turned this experience into positivity by campaigning for stalking to be a stand-alone offence in Scotland and starting our charity Action Against Stalking. We continue her work by supporting victims

Special thanks to Ann Fotheringham for quoting our CEO Ann Moulds in their opinion piece for The Herald Scotland around how soap storylines can be a source for good in relation to the River City stalking storyline which showcases the psychological impacts stalking can have on victims. You can read

Our CEO Ann Moulds commented on the River City stalking storyline which showcases the impacts that stalking can have on victims and brings stalking into the spotlight. “Stalking is a psychological crime – it is the slow brutalization of a victim’s world, which leaves them feeling helpless and frightened. Many

Stalkers employ whatever technology they can, including the Amazon personal assistant, says Ann Moulds – “It’s very important people understand. It doesn’t matter what method a stalker uses, stalking is a crime whether it’s done via social media or by phone, by drone or even GPS device. “Society must recognise

Ann Moulds of Action Against Stalking said the number of victims seeking help from her charity has climbed dramatically in the past eight months. “Because many more people are working from home, because of the pandemic, they are a lot more vulnerable to being targeted…we need those victims to know

Our CEO and Founder Ann Moulds being interviewed by Stephen Jardine for BBC Radio Scotland about her stalking experience, Cyber Stalking & the current stalking storyline on River City. “Stalking IS stalking whether it is online or offline.” Listen to the entire interview below –

You can help us support victims, advocate for victims, give victims a voice. Fundraise for Action Against Stalking Our suggestion is to keep it simple. Choose what you’d like to do – our top tip during lockdown is to organise an online quiz, bingo or board games event with your