Do you feel at risk of harm from your partner?
If you feel that you are at immediate risk of harm from your partner - call 999, if you are in the UK (or your local emergency health services number, for your country)
Help with partner violence
Helplines
If you're worried someone might see you have visited this page, the Women's Aid website tells you how to cover your tracks online.
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We at GOGL are very concerned to hear that you are at risk of harm. You don't have to wait for an emergency situation to seek help. It’s very important that you get the help you need as soon as possible.
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If you're feeling that you are in immediate danger it's important to tell someone straightaway.
Talk to someone you trust. Let family or friends know what's going on for you. They may be able to offer support and help keep you safe.
The UK's NHS recommends that you should seek help if you feel at risk of violence. You can let your GP or other health professional know if you are at risk of harm.
Their full advice is available here.
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Help and support however is available right now if you need it, for most countries. You do not have to struggle with a violent partner alone.
Below are free helplines, in the UK, where you can speak to someone and get advice.
If you are not in the UK we suggest you search the internet for similar sites in your own country. Make sure to cover your tracks on line.
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These free helplines are there to help if you feel at risk of harm.
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Women:
Call The Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge on 0808 2000 247 for free at any time, day or night. The staff will offer confidential, non-judgemental information and support. Online chat also available
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Men:
Call Men's Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 (Monday to Friday 10am to 8pm), or visit the webchat at Men's Advice Line (Wednesday 10am to 11.30am and 2.30pm to 4pm) for non-judgemental information and support
Call ManKind on 0182 3334 244 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm)
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If you identify as LGBT+:
Call Galop on 0800 999 5428 for emotional and practical support.
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For forced marriage and Honour crimes:
Call Karma Nirvana on 0800 5999 247 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm).
You can also call 020 7008 0151 to speak to the GOV.UK Forced Marriage Unit
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