top of page

HELPLINES

Are you or someone you know experiencing abuse? You are not alone.

Seeking help is an act of courage, and it’s important to remember that you deserve a life free from violence and fear. There are many resources available to support you, including hotlines, counseling services, and support groups. Below, you will find a list of helplines for various countries. Remember, you have the right to be safe, and help is available. Don’t hesitate to reach out.

If you're in a country not listed here, there are still resources available to you. Here are some global support options:

  • NO MORE Global Directory
    This international directory offers domestic and sexual violence helplines, specialized services, and resources for men, women, and non-binary individuals in nearly every UN-recognized country and territory. Search by country or region to find local support services.
    NO MORE Global Directory

  • Find A Helpline
    Offering free emotional support in over 130 countries, this service helps you find someone to talk to during a crisis. You can search by country and topic for tailored assistance.
    Find A Helpline

  • Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE)
    This website provides a comprehensive list of national women’s helplines in 46 European countries. If a national helpline isn't available, regional or general helplines are listed.
    Women Against Violence Europe

 

National Helplines

  • Denmark
    BørneTelefonen (for children and young people) is available 24/7 at 116 111.
    Kvinde Hjemmet is a women’s shelter offering 24/7 support for women and children who have experienced violence.

  • Sweden
    The National Support Line is available 24/7 at 020-50 50 50 for children and young people experiencing violence or abuse.

  • Iceland
    Barnahjálp provides 24/7 support at 1717 for children and young people who have experienced violence or abuse.

  • Greenland
    Sisimiut Children’s Home offers 24/7 support at +299 86 42 00 for children and young people who have experienced violence or abuse.

  • Finland
    The Mannerheim League for Child Welfare offers support on weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm at 0800 120 100 for children and young people experiencing violence or abuse.

  • Norway
    Alarmtelefonen is available 24/7 at 116 111 for children and young people facing violence or abuse.

  • Europe
    The European Domestic Violence Helpline is available 24/7 at 116 123 for victims of domestic violence.
    European Domestic Violence Helpline

  • United States
    The National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1-800-799-7233 for victims of domestic violence.
    National Domestic Violence Hotline

  • Brazil
    The National Human Rights Secretariat helpline is available 24/7 at 100 for victims of human rights violations.

 

       Wherever you are, help is within reach. Reach out—support is available.

Dear survivor, 

You are not alone. What happened to you is not your fault, and you don’t deserve to be treated this way. You have the right to speak up and seek help. I know you may feel scared or threatened by the abuser, but there are people and resources ready to support you.

If you are a victim of online child sexual abuse—such as grooming or sextortion—please speak to your parents or a trusted adult. Many victims wish they had reached out sooner, so don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Here are some resources that can offer support:

  • NO MORE Global Directory
    A comprehensive international directory of domestic and sexual violence helplines, specialist services, and resources for men, women, and non-binary individuals in almost every UN-recognized country.
    NO MORE Global Directory

  • Find A Helpline
    Offers free emotional support in over 130 countries.
    Find A Helpline

  • Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE)
    Provides national women’s helplines in 46 European countries. If there is no national helpline, regional or general helplines are listed.
    WAVE

 

Remember, help is available, and you deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. If you’re in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services.

bottom of page