The Family Survival Trust is a UK-based registered charity (No. 1121388) dedicated to preventing and raising awareness of coercive control, cultic behavior, and psychological manipulation. The organization supports individuals and families affected by groups that employ these dynamics and works to improve public understanding of the risks they pose.
Founded through the shared experiences of families, former members, and professionals, the Trust brings together volunteers from diverse backgrounds, including education, law, healthcare, and research. Many involved have direct personal or professional experience with cultic abuse, informing a practical and empathetic approach to support and advocacy.
The organization provides information and guidance to those impacted, promotes public education, and advocates for appropriate regulatory and policy responses to better protect individuals and communities from harm.
The Family Survival Trust Support Group is an online, psychoeducational group for adults affected by cults, high-control, or exploitative groups. Sessions focus on understanding how these groups operate, combined with facilitated discussion that allows participants to reflect on their experiences in a structured and supportive environment.