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You Are Not Alone

If you're going through a difficult time, experiencing abuse, or need support, help is available. You deserve safety, respect, and care.

If you're in immediate danger, call 999 (UK) or 911 (US) right now.

24/7 Crisis Support

These services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Don't hesitate to reach out - you matter and help is here.

Emergency Services

Immediate help for life-threatening situations

UK: 999

Police, Fire, Ambulance

US: 911

Emergency Services

Canada: 911

Emergency Services

Australia: 000

Emergency Services

New Zealand: 111

Emergency Services

EU: 112

Emergency Services

Text 999 (UK)

If you can't speak, text "HELP"

Crisis Text Lines

Text-based support when you need it most

UK: Text SHOUT to 85258

Free, confidential crisis support

US: Text HOME to 741741

Crisis Text Line

Canada: Text HOME to 686868

Kids Help Phone

Australia: Text HOME to 0477 13 11 14

Lifeline Text Crisis Support

New Zealand: Text HELP to 1737

Need to Talk? Text Support

International Crisis Support

Middle East

UAE: 999

Qatar: 999

Kuwait: 112

Bahrain: 999

Asia Pacific

Malaysia: 999

Singapore: 995

Indonesia: 112

Pakistan: 15

Europe

Germany: 112

France: 112

Netherlands: 112

Sweden: 112

Additional Resources

More ways to get help and support

Online Resources

Find information, support groups, and resources online

Support Groups

Connect with others who have similar experiences

Educational Materials

Learn about healthy relationships and self-care

Safety Planning Resources

Digital Safety

  • • Clear your browser history regularly
  • • Use private/incognito browsing
  • • Have a separate email for sensitive communications
  • • Consider using a VPN for additional privacy

Financial Safety

  • • Open a separate bank account if possible
  • • Keep emergency cash in a safe place
  • • Gather important financial documents
  • • Know your rights regarding joint accounts

Self-Care & Recovery

Daily Self-Care

  • • Practice deep breathing exercises
  • • Maintain regular sleep patterns
  • • Eat nutritious meals when possible
  • • Take short walks or gentle exercise

Building Support

  • • Identify trusted friends or family members
  • • Join online support communities
  • • Consider professional counseling
  • • Practice self-compassion and patience

Legal & Professional Support

Legal Resources

UK: 0800 144 8848

Citizens Advice - Free legal help

UK: 0345 345 4345

Shelter - Housing & legal advice

UK: 0808 801 0661

Women's Aid - Legal support

US: 1-800-799-7233

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Canada: 1-800-363-9010

Shelter Safe - Legal assistance

Australia: 1800 737 732

1800RESPECT - Legal support

Professional Counseling

UK: 0300 123 3393

Mind - Mental health support

UK: 116 123

Samaritans - 24/7 support

UK: 0800 1111

Childline - For young people

US: 1-800-273-8255

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Canada: 1-866-585-0445

Wellness Together Canada

Australia: 1300 22 4636

Beyond Blue - Mental health

International Legal & Professional Support

Middle East

UAE: 800 7283

Ewaa - Legal & shelter support

Qatar: 16000

Qatar Foundation - Legal aid

Asia Pacific

Malaysia: 15999

Talian Kasih - Legal support

Singapore: 1800 774 5935

Pave - Family violence legal aid

Europe

Germany: 08000 116 016

Hilfetelefon Gewalt - Legal aid

France: 3919

Violence Femmes Info - Legal support

Specialized Legal Services by Country

Family Law & Divorce

UK: 0300 123 1022

Family Law Helpline

US: 1-800-799-7233

Legal Aid for Domestic Violence

Canada: 1-800-668-8258

Legal Aid Ontario

Australia: 1300 366 424

Legal Aid Commission

Immigration & Refugee Support

UK: 0808 8000 004

Refugee Council

US: 1-800-898-7180

Immigration Legal Services

Canada: 1-800-667-8026

Refugee Legal Aid

Australia: 1300 722 971

Refugee Legal Service

Professional Counseling by Region

North America

US: 1-800-273-8255

Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Canada: 1-833-456-4566

Crisis Services Canada

Mexico: 55 5259 8121

SAPTEL Crisis Line

Europe

UK: 116 123

Samaritans

Germany: 0800 111 0111

TelefonSeelsorge

France: 01 45 39 40 00

SOS Amitié

Asia Pacific

Australia: 13 11 14

Lifeline Australia

New Zealand: 0800 543 354

Lifeline Aotearoa

Japan: 03 5774 0992

Tokyo English Life Line

You Matter. You're Worthy. You're Loved.

Whatever you're going through, remember that you don't have to face it alone. Reach out for help - it's a sign of strength, not weakness.

Need Immediate Help?

If you're in crisis or experiencing abuse, these numbers are available 24/7:

Emergency: 999 (UK) / 911 (US)

Samaritans: 116 123 (UK)