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What can I do as a loved one

Women affected often confide in close relatives. If you know someone affected by violence or suspect it, here you will find helpful tips on what you can do.

Do not look away. Offer support to the affected person without judging them or pressuring them into anything. It is important that the affected person can make decisions independently. Encourage them and gather information together.
You can also seek advice from our counseling center or contact our emergency hotline.

It is important

  • Listen.
  • Convey to the affected person that they are not alone and do not have to endure the violence.
  • Gather information together about support services.
  • You can accompany the person affected to our counseling center or call the emergency hotline together.
  • Do not pressure the affected person into steps they are not ready for.
  • In case of danger, contact the police.

Emergency hotline

If you need urgent information, please call our emergency hotline. You can also contact our emergency hotline together with the person affected.

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Counseling Center

At our counseling center, we can provide you with comprehensive advice. You can also visit our counseling center for women with the affected person.

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