Do you need help?

Domestic violence

If you’re in danger now:

● Phone the police on 111 or ask neighbours of friends to ring for you.

● Run outside and head for where there are other people. Scream for help so that your neighbours can hear you.

● Take the children with you. Don’t stop to get anything else.

● If you are being abused, remember it’s not your fault. Violence is never okay

Where to go for help or more information

● Shine: free national helpline 9am-11pm every day — 0508 744 633 or go to 2shine.org.nz

● Women’s Refuge: Free national crisis line operates 24/7 — 0800 REFUGE or 0800 733 843 or go to womensrefuge.org.nz

● Shakti: Providing specialist cultural services for African, Asian and middle eastern women and their children. Crisis line is available 24/7 — 0800 742 584

● It’s Not Ok: Information line — 0800 456 450 or go to areyouok.org.nz

Sexual harm

● If it’s an emergency and you feel that you or someone else is at risk, call 111.

● If you’ve ever experienced sexual assault or abuse and need to talk to someone contact the Safe to Talk confidential crisis helpline on 0800 044 344 or text 4334. You can also email support@safetotalk.nz or visit their website safetotalk.nz for an online chat.