Support and Advice

Please see this section for information on the types and sources of support and advice available if you, or somebody you know, is experiencing (or at risk of) any forms of Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence. There is also information available on how to get support if you are worried about your own behaviour, or the behaviour of somebody close to you.

National helplines include:

  • Live Fear Free: 0808 8010 800
  • National NSPCC FGM Helpline: 0800 028 3550
  • Forced Marriage Unit Helpline: 020 7008 0151
  • Modern Slavery Helpline: 0800 0121 700

Advocacy

There are a number of different types of advocacy support available including IDVAs, ISVAs and ICTAs

Disclosure

If you are concerned that somebody you know is experiencing abuse, whether this is in a professional or family/friendship capacity, this section will help you to support them

Risk Assessment and Safety Planning

It is vital to make an accurate and fast assessment of the danger the person is in, so they can get the right help as quickly as possible

Support Services

Please see this section for local and national support services

Worried about your behaviour?

If you have concerns about your own behaviour, or the behaviour of somebody you know, advice, support and guidance is available