Information and support: Gender-based violence
Thank you for taking part in the Northern Ireland Life and Times Survey. We know that some of the questions ask about difficult issues that affect our lives.
There are many organisations that you can contact for help and support, and the list below highlights some of those available in Northern Ireland.
Domestic and Sexual Abuse (DSA) www.dsahelpline.org
The DSA helpline is available 24/7, for both men and women, and web chat is available via the website.
DSA Helpline: 0808 8021414.
Police Service of Northern Ireland www.psni.police.uk
The PSNI can help anyone suffering domestic violence and abuse, and work with a number of partner organisations to provide help, support and guidance to those in need.
Telephone: 101 - in a non emergency but you need immediate assistance or advice
Telephone: 999 - in an emergency where you need immediate assistance or feel threatened
If you are scared to speak, a ‘silent solution’ exists to press 55 when prompted. This allows police to know it is a genuine emergency. This service is not available when using a landline.
Nexus NI https://nexusni.org/
Nexus NI offer services and support across Northern Ireland to people who have been affected by sexual violence in any form. Nexus NI operate the 24 Hour Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline.
Telephone: 028 9032 6803 or the DSA helpline 0808 8021414
Email: help@dsahelpline.org
Women’s Aid Federation Northern Ireland www.womensaidni.org
Women’s Aid have 9 local groups across NI offering a range of specialist services to women, children and young people who have experienced domestic violence and abuse.
Information on the local groups can be found at www.womensaidni.org
Men’s Advisory Project (MAP) www.mapni.co.uk
MAP exists to provide support information and counselling services for men experiencing domestic violence and abuse.
Telephone Belfast: 028 9024 1929
Telephone Foyle: 028 7116 0001
Email: info@mapni.co.uk
The Rainbow Project www.rainbow-project.org
The Rainbow Project is a health organisation that works to improve the physical, mental and emotional health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender people in Northern Ireland. The Rainbow Project can provide support and information through their Advocacy Service.
Telephone: 028 9031 9030
Email: advocacy@rainbow-project.org
Cara-Friend www.cara-friend.org.uk
Cara-Friend provides LGBTQ+ services and support across Northern Ireland, including youth groups for people aged between 12 and 25, and one-to-one support for individuals.
Belfast Office: 028 9089 0202
LGBT Switchboard: 0808 8000 390
Victim Support www.victimsupportni.com
Emotional and practical support is available from Victim Support NI if you have been affected by any type of crime.
Belfast Hub: 028 9024 3133
Foyle Hub: 028 7137 0086.
Childline www.childline.org.uk
Childline service is there to give young people a voice, providing free, private and confidential service where you can talk about anything.
Telephone helpline for children and young people: 0800 1111
NSPCC Adult helpline www.nspcc.org.uk
If you're worried about a child, even if you're unsure, you can speak to NSPCC about your concerns. Telephone lines are open Monday to Friday 11am – 5pm. You can contact NSPCC online 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Telephone: 0808 800 5000
Email: help@nspcc.org.uk
