Sexual harassment is not an occupational hazard.
1 in 6 workers in UK live comedy have observed or experienced sexual harassment on at least one occasion during their careers.
Get Off Comedy is an industry born and funded HR service that aims to eradicate Sexual Harassment within Live Comedy.
No Laughing Matter
In 2022 we kicked off our research into the lived experiences of workers in the UK live comedy industry.
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events
We host a number of fundraising galas and in person talks to support and share the work we do! Keep checking back for new events in your area. Get Off are indebted to the phenomenal acts who have already given their time and talent, including: Russell Howard, Nish Kumar, Sara Pascoe, Daliso Chaponda, Stephen Bailey, Rachel Fairburn, Sikisa and many more.
UPCOMING EVENTS
OUR PAST EVENTS
SUPPORT AND RESOURCES
If you are in immediate danger phone 999 or visit your local A&E Department.
England
Rape Crisis National Helpline – Sexual Violence 08088 029 999
Open between 12-2.30pm and 7-9.30pm every day. Accessible by Minicom on 0208 239 1124.
The National Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender + Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0800 999 5428
Men’s Advice Line 0808 801 0327
Nationwide
Rape Crisis National Helpline – Sexual Violence 08088 029 999
Open between 12-2.30pm and 7-9.30pm every day. Accessible by Minicom on 0208 239 1124.
Scotland
Rape Crisis Scotland Helpline 08088 01 03 02
Text: 077537 410 027
Northern Ireland
Rape Crisis Northern Ireland Helpline 08088 01 03 02
Text: 0800 0246 991
Wales
24h Live Fear Free Helpline for Violence against Women, Domestic Abuse, & Sexual Violence: 0808 80 10 800
Text: 07800 77333
Live Chat Services
Live Chat Services – 1-1 support via online instant messenger service.
Please check opening times on the relevant webpage:
Women’s Aid Federation of England Live Chat
Wales Live Fear Free Live Chat
Scottish Women’s Aid Live Chat
Northern Ireland Domestic and Sexual Abuse Live Chat
Rape Crisis England & Wales Live Chat