Seeking support for yourself or someone else:
In an emergency:
If there is immediate danger call 999
For an emergency protection order:
www.rightsofwomen.org.uk or the national domestic abuse helpline 0808 2000 247 or your local domestic abuse agency.
In each area there is information about local domestic abuse support on the website of your local council.
If children or vulnerable adults are involved contact your parish safeguarding representative, diocesan safeguarding service or contact www.nspcc.org.uk or childline 0800 1111 or your local social services.
If it is not an emergency:
National Domestic Abuse Helpline 0808 2000 247
Live Fear Free Helpline (Wales) 0808 8010 800
Rape Crisis 0808 500 2222
If you think you might be harming people close to you, support is available from Respect Phoneline 0808 802 4040
For specialist support:
Safe in Faith signposting toolkit
https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Signposting-Toolkit-nov-25.pdf
Our Mission
To foster safe support for survivors of domestic abuse and gender-based violence who are part of a faith community through training and resources.
Training
Survivors
Information and resources for survivors of domestic violence, with a faith-informed approach.
Counsellors & Psychotherapists
Space for faith-based counsellors and psychotherapists to network and share.
Clergy & Parishes
Information, guidance and training for clergy, parishes and faith leaders around domestic violence.
Signposting Toolkit for churches & faith leaders
This domestic abuse signposting toolkit has information about different kinds of support available for victims and survivors. People require very different kinds of support depending on their situation, identity and where they are on their journey to safety and recovery. This toolkit will guide you through the options available.
We also have workshops to help you learn more about faith-literate supports for victims and survivors of domestic abuse and gender-based violence.
Safe in Faith Poster
Please download and share our poster, and ask to display it in your church or place of worship.
What is Domestic Abuse?
Domestic abuse is a pattern of behaviour where one person controls their partner, ex-partner or family member through different kinds of abuse. In the UK, one in four women and one in six men experience domestic abuse during their lifetime.
Resources & Links
Find links to general resources and organisations that support our work.
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