Further support

In immediate danger?

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 and ask for the police.

Your safety is the priority.

If it’s not safe to speak, you can use the Silent Solution system.

Here is how the Silent Solution system works:

  1. Dial 999 as usual.
  2. If you’re unable to talk, stay on the line. You’ll be directed to an automated system.
  3. Press 55 when prompted, and you’ll be connected to your local police force.

Organisations that can support you if you are subjected to domestic abuse

Women’s Aid

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary

Other organisations

  • Action on Elder Abuse - supports older victims of abuse, with advice and information through their helpline 0808 808 8141.
  • Aurora New Dawn: Specialises in support for victims of stalking and cyberstalking. Call 02392 479254 for advice, advocacy, and resources to help individuals stay safe.
  • Childline: A 24/7 service (0800 1111) offering free and confidential support to children and young people affected by abuse.
  • Citizens Advice Hampshire: Find your local office for independent advice.
  • Daughters of Eve: A non-profit organisation protecting the health rights of young people from FGM-practising communities.
  • Disrespect Nobody: Focuses on educating young people about abusive relationships and consent.
  • FORWARD: A UK-based organisation safeguarding the rights of African girls and women, particularly against FGM.
  • Galop: National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline. 0800 999 5428.
  • Karma Nirvana: For honour-based abuse. 0800 5999 247.
  • Loving Me: Support for Trans and Non-Binary victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault. Call 07902 478958.
  • ManKind Initiative: 01823 334244.
  • Men’s Advice Line: Advice and support for men experiencing domestic violence and abuse. 0808 801 0327.
  • National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247.
  • National FGM Support Clinics (NHS): Community-based clinics offering support for women affected by FGM.
  • Research and Resources: Short films about domestic abuse.
  • SafeLives: A charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse, offering training for professionals, resources for survivors, and the UK-wide "Insights" database to improve responses to abuse.
  • SignHealth: Provides domestic abuse service support for deaf people in British Sign Language (BSL).
    • WhatsApp or Facetime: 07970 350366
    • Telephone: 020 3947 2601
    • Email: da@signhealth.org.uk
  • Stay Safe East: Specialist and holistic advocacy and support services for disabled survivors of abuse.
  • Stop Domestic Abuse: Provides support for individuals experiencing domestic abuse, including refuge spaces, outreach services, and programmes for perpetrators.
  • The Freedom Programme: Provides education and support for victims to help them understand the dynamics and effects of abuse.
  • The Halo Project: Offers advice and support to victims of honour-based violence, forced marriage, and FGM.
  • True Honour: Supports survivors of honour-based violence, forced marriage, and FGM, with a focus on advocacy and assistance.
  • Victim Care Hub: Provides free, confidential support for victims and witnesses of crime in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Call 0808 178 1641 or email hub.hiow@victimsupport.org.uk for tailored assistance.

Domestic abuse films

Note: please be aware that these short films contain sensitive footage and will not be appropriate for every age group. Adult discretion is advised.

Domestic violence NHS - two women describe their experiences of domestic abuse and how they found the strength and support to leave their situation.

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