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Elder Hotlines

Seniors are integral members of their community and deserve equal rights, dignity, and opportunities. Read below for related hotlines and resources.

International

🇺🇳 AARP Resource Center @ aarp.org / 202-434-3525 / US-based organization that caters to adults ages 50 and older, providing tools, resources, and services for healthcare, community, and finances.

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🇺🇳 HelpAge International @ helpage.org / 44-20-7278-7778 / Global nonprofit that works to improve the quality of life for older people across the globe in 98 different countries.

North America

🇺🇸 211 @ 211.org / 211 / Referral and directory telephone service that connects callers with any/all resources that may be beneficial to their circumstance. 211 is available both in the entirety of the United States and Canada.

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🇺🇸 Alzheimer’s Association Helpline @ alz.org / 800-272-3900 / Voluntary health organization that focuses on Alzheimer’s disease care, support, and research in the United States.

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🇺🇸 ARCH National Respite Network @ archrespite.org / 703-256-2084 / US emergency care organization that provides services to children and adults with special needs.

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🇺🇸 Caregiver Action Network @ caregiveraction.org / 855-227-3640 / Leading family caregiver organization in the US that connects and supports Americans caring for loved ones.

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🇺🇸 Department of Aging @ hhs.gov / 877-696-6775 / Agency under the US Department of Health and Human Services to serve older adults.

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🇺🇸 ElderCare Locator @ eldercare.usaging.org / 800-677-1116 / Information and referral resource that connects older Americans with services, funded by the United States Administration on Aging.

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🇺🇸 Elder Protection Center @ elderprotectioncenter.com / 877-353-3780 / Online resource for older adults in the United States to combat abuse, scams, and neglect.

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🇲🇽 Instituto Nacional de las Personas Adultas Mayores @ gob.mx / 55-50880247 / Decentralized public body under the Federal Public Administration to coordinate, promote, support, foster, monitor, and evaluate programs for older adults in Mexico.

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🇺🇸 Legal Services for Older Americans @ acl.gov / Program operated by the Administration for Community Living and United States Department of Health and Human Services to provide older adults with legal assistance regarding their rights.

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🇺🇸 Medicare Helpline @ medicare.gov / 800-633-4227 / 24/7 assistance and advice on Medicare usage and programs in the United States.

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🇺🇸 National Adult Protective Services Association @ napsa-now.org / 202-370-6292 / National nonprofit that coordinates services with local law enforcement and policy to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults in the United States.

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🇺🇸 National Domestic Violence Hotline @ thehotline.org / 800-799-7233 / Leading organization in the United States for empowering survivors of domestic violence and abuse.

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🇺🇸 National Elder Fraud Hotline @ ovc.ojp.gov / 833-372-8311 / Free resource and hotline operated by the United States Department of Justice and Office for Victims of Crimes to report fraud targeted at adults ages 60 or older.

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🇺🇸 National Indian Council on Aging @ nicoa.org / 505-292-2001 / United States nonprofit that focuses on the needs of aging Indigenous Americans, American Indians, and Alaska Natives.

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🇺🇸 Parkinson’s Foundation Helpline @ parkinson.org / 800-473-4636 / Telephone service for individuals with Parkinson’s disease as well as their families, friends, and healthcare providers to find out more information through their trained specialists.

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🇺🇸 SAGE x HearMe @ sageusa.org / The United States’ largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ older people. SAGE now offers supportive services and resources through the SAGE x HearMe app, formerly known as the SAGE LGBTQ Elder Hotline.

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🇨🇦 Seniors’ Safety Line @ ontario.ca / 866-299-1011 / Confidential and free telephone resource for elder referrals, information, and support in Canada.

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🇺🇸 Social Security Administration @ ssa.gov / Official agency of the United States government that administers welfare benefits such as retirement, disability, and Medicare.

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🇺🇸 VA Benefits Hotline @ va.gov / 800-827-1000 / General hotline and inquiries information about United States veterans benefits.

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🇺🇸 Veteran’s Crisis Line @ veteranscrisisline.net / 988+1 / Crisis line for United States veterans operated by the national 988 suicide prevention hotline, specialized for serving veterans.

South America

🇧🇷 Disque 100 @ gov.br / Human rights hotline through the government of Brazil to report violations and abuse of marginalized communities, including older adults.

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🇦🇷 PAMI Senior Support Line @ pami.org.ar / 138 / Social welfare organization in Argentina that provides comprehensive medical assistance to older adults and retirees.

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🇨🇱 Servicio Nacional del Adulto Mayor @ senama.gob.cl / Official services provided by the government of Chile to support older adults.

Europe

🇫🇷 3977 @ 3977.org / 3977 / System for alerting and preventing elder abuse in France.

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🇬🇧 Age UK Advice Line @ ageuk.org.uk / 0800-678-1602 / Confidential national telephone service for older people in the United Kingdom, as well as their families, friends, caregivers, and professionals.

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🇸🇪 Äldrelinjen / 020-22-22-33 / Senior line for residents of Sweden needing someone to talk to for emotional support.

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🇮🇪 ALONE National Support Line @ alone.ie / 0818-222-024 / National organization in Ireland that improves the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of older people through their various services and information tools.

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🇪🇸 Fundación Amigos de los Mayores @ amigosdelosmayores.org / 608-200-300 / Volunteery foundation in Spain that fights loneliness and social isolation among older people.

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🇩🇪 Silbernetz @ silbernetz.org / 0800-4-70-80-90 / Social services provided to elders in Germany looking for support and resources.

Asia

🇰🇷 Korean Senior Welfare Helpline @ mohw.go.kr / 82-44-202-3471 / Telephone support through the Ministry of Health and Welfare in South Korea directed at older adults.

Africa

🇿🇦 AGE-in-Action @ age-in-action.co.za / 021-426-4249 / Originally known as the South African Council for the Aged, AGE-in-Action represents older people while protecting their interests and wellbeing.

Oceania

🇳🇿 Age Concern New Zealand @ ageconcern.org.nz / 0800-65-2-105 / New Zealand charity that promotes the dignity, well-being, equity, and respect of adults over 65.

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🇦🇺 Elder Abuse Helpline @ ag.gov.au / 1800-353-374 / Telephone number that automatically redirects users with local services regarding elder abuse in Australia.

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November 29, 2024
Youth Hotlines

Need a safe space to talk? The following organizations and resources are geared toward young people and their needs.

International

🇺🇳 211 @ 211.org / 211 / Referral and directory telephone service that connects callers with any/all resources that may be beneficial to their circumstances. 211 is available both in the entirety of the United States and Canada.

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🇺🇳 Childline @ childline.org.uk / 0800-1111 / International organization based in the United Kingdom that provides free confidential services over the internet and telephone.

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🇺🇳 Crisis Text Line @ crisistextline.org / 741-741 / Global nonprofit that provides free confidential text-based mental health support and crisis intervention in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Ireland. While Crisis Text Line often interacts with youth, there is no age requirement or cut-off to use their services.

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🇺🇳 It Gets Better Project @ itgetsbetter.org / Nonprofit that serves to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQIA+ young people around the world.

North America

🇺🇸 Administration for Children & Families @ acf.hhs.gov / Official agency through the United States government that promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, youth, individuals, and communities.

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🇺🇸 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America @ bbbs.org / 813-720-8778 / Mentorship program in the United States that connects young people with meaningful connections with their adult volunteers.

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🇺🇸 Boys Town @ boystown.org / 800-448-3000 / Housing and welfare agency for homeless youth and dysfunctional families in the United States.

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🇺🇸 Break the Cycle @ breakthecycle.org / US-based organization that provides young people with educational tools and resources to end abusive relationships and cycles.

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🇺🇸 Child Help USA National Child Abuse Hotline @ childhelphotline.org / 800-442-4453 / Network of counselors to support those concerned about child abuse via supportive listening, trauma-informed practices, and diversity in their crisis intervention.

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🇺🇸 DoSomething @ dosomething.org / 212-254-2390 / US organization that empowers young people with the tools and resources to create change in their communities and the larger world.

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🇨🇦 Kids Help Phone @ kidshelpphone.ca / 800-668-6868 / Anonymous e-support and telephone service for kids, teens, and young adults in Canada.

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🇺🇸 LGBT National Youth Talkline @ lgbthotline.org / 800-246-7743 / Confidential telephone service for LGBTQIA+ young people ages 19 and younger in the United States.

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🇺🇸 love is respect @ loveisrespect.org / 866-331-9474 / National resource to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships among young people in the United States as a project of the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

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🇺🇸 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children @ missingkids.org / 800-843-5678 / Private nonprofit corporation that finds missing children and combats child victimization by working with families, victims, private industry, law enforcement, and the public.

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🇺🇸 National Runaway Safeline @ 1800runaway.org / 800-786-2929 / National communications system for runaway and homeless youth in the United States, which caters to keeping young people as safe and healthy as possible in potentially dangerous situations.

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🇺🇸 Partnership to End Addiction @ drugfree.org / 855-378-4373 / Youth-focused addiction prevention and treatment organization that supports individuals with substance misuse issues and their families in the United States.

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🇺🇸 Polaris @ polarisproject.org / 888-373-7888 / Survivor-centered movement to end human trafficking, which operates and runs the National Human Trafficking Hotline and maintains the largest human trafficking dataset in North America.

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🇺🇸 Stop Bullying @ stopbullying.gov / United States agency that utilizes the Department of Education, Department of Health and Human Services, and Department of Justice to prevent and respond to bullying.

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🇺🇸 Stop It Now! @ stopitnow.org / 888-773-8368 / Program that provides free direct support and information regarding child sex abuse in the United States.

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🇺🇸 Teen Line @ teenline.org / 866-714-0090 / Anonymous and nonjudgmental space for teens in the United States to access peer-to-peer support, supervised by adult mental health professionals.

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🇺🇸 The Trevor Project @ thetrevorproject.org / 866-488-7386 / Crisis service for LGBTQIA+ youth ages 13 to 24 in the United States.

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🇺🇸 YouthLine @ theyouthline.org / 877-968-8491 / Free teen-to-teen crisis support available via telephone, text, online chat, and email in the United States.

Europe

🇫🇷 119 @ allo119.gouv.fr / 119 / The national hotline for children in France to address the physical, legal, emotional, and social needs of youth.

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🇬🇧 HOPELineUK @ papyrus-uk.org / 0800-068-4141 / Confidential support and advice service that provides crisis counseling for youth ages 35 and under in the United Kingdom.

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🇩🇪 Kinder-und Jugendtelefon / 116111 / Counseling nonprofit that provides support for children, young people, and parents in Germany.

Asia

🇭🇰 Parent-Child Support Line / 2755-1122 / Telephone service operated by Action Against Abuse to serve children, parents, professionals, and the general public to investigate child abuse.

Middle East / SWANA / MENA

🇵🇸 Sawa 121 / 121 / Free telephone service through the Sawa Foundation and European Union that gives victims of violence psychological support in the Middle East and Northern Africa.

Oceania

🇦🇺 Kids Helpline @ kidshelpline.com.au / 1800-55-1800 / Free 24/7 online and phone counseling service for individuals ages 5 to 25 in Australia.

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November 28, 2024
Veteran Hotlines

Those who have served in the armed forces are eligible for additional services and benefits. Find out about relevant hotlines here.

North America

🇺🇳 211 @ 211.org / 211 / Referral and directory telephone service that connects callers with any/all resources that may be beneficial to their circumstances. 211 is available both in the entirety of the United States and Canada.

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🇺🇸 American Red Cross Military and Veteran Services @ redcross.org / 877-272-7337 / Confidential services provided to veterans and their families in the United States through their local, state, and national offices.

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🇺🇸 American Veterans for Equal Rights @ aver.us / 678-596-1311 / Nonprofit organization that specializes in supporting LGBTQIA+ US veterans.

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🇺🇸 Blue Alliance @ blue-alliance.org / US Charity that provides services and support to LGBTQIA+ veterans within the Air Force.

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🇺🇸 DAV @ dav.org / 877-426-2838 / Organization that focuses on providing better services to disabled veterans within the United States.

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🇺🇸 Department of Defense Safe Helpline @ safehelpline.org / 877-995-5247 / Secure, confidential, and anonymous crisis support for members within the military and larger Department of Defense community affected by sexual assault.

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🇺🇸 Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service @ dol.gov / 866-237-0275 / Service under the United States Department of Labor to enable veterans to find suitable and fulfilling work after service.

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🇺🇸 Hire Heroes USA @ hireheroesusa.org / 844-634-1520 / Organization that connects United States veterans with employment support and various job opportunities.

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🇺🇸 Military OneSource @ militaryonesource.mil / 800-342-9647 / Official resource network for military members and veterans in the United States to access healthcare, education, counseling, transition care, and social services.

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🇺🇸 Modern Military Association of America @ modernmilitary.org / 202-328-3244 / Advocacy organization for LGBTQIA+ service members and veterans within the US.

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🇺🇸 National Call Center for Homeless Veterans @ va.gov / 877-424-3838 / Official service operated by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for veterans who are currently homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

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🇺🇸 National Center for PTSD @ ptsd.va.gov / Official education service and resource directory for United States veterans and civilians wanting to find out more about the effects of PTSD.

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🇺🇸 National Veterans Legal Services Program @ nvlsp.org / 202-265-8305 / Collective of attorneys that provide their legal expertise for free to United States veterans.

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🇨🇦 Operational Stress Injury Connect @ veterans.gc.ca / 800-268-7708 / Official app by Veterans Affairs Canada to provide veterans with mental health education, management, and tools.

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🇺🇸 Operation First Response @ operationfirstresponse.org / 888-289-0280 / Nonprofit charity in the United States that is committed to providing veterans and other first responders with emergency financial assistance.

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🇺🇸 Real Warriors @ health.mil / 866-966-1020 / Program through the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury to provide information and resources on PTSD to United States veterans.

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🇺🇸 SPARTA @ spartapride.org / Transgender veterans association that focuses on educating and advocating on transgender-related issues within the United States armed forces.

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🇺🇸 Team Rubicon @ teamrubiconusa.org / 310-640-8787 / Veteran-led humanitarian organization in the United States that delivers disaster relief and aid across the country.

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🇺🇸 Transgender American Veterans Association @ transveteran.org / 516-828-2911 / Transgender veterans organization in the United States that advocates for the rights and care for veterans.

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🇺🇸 USA Cares @ usacares.org / 800-773-0387 / Emergency financial aid organization for United States veterans and their families.

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🇺🇸 VA Benefits Hotline @ va.gov / 800-827-1000 / General hotline and inquiries information about United States veterans benefits.

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🇺🇸 VA Caregiver Support Line @ caregiver.va.gov / 855-260-3274 / Free number dedicated to providing information and support to caregivers, family members, friends, community partners, and veterans themselves.

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🇺🇸 Vet Center Call Center @ vetcenter.va.gov / 877-927-8387 / Confidential call center for combat veterans and their families to find support about transitioning to civilian life.

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🇨🇦 Veterans Affairs Canada @ veterans.gc.ca / 866-522-2122 / Official service through the government of Canada to provide benefits and services to veterans.

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🇺🇸 Veterans’ Association @ va.gov / 800-698-2411 / Official United States agency that facilitates the benefits, services, and tools for veterans.

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🇺🇸 Veteran’s Crisis Line @ veteranscrisisline.net / 988+1 / Crisis line for United States veterans operated by the national 988 suicide prevention hotline, specialized for serving veterans.

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🇺🇸 Veterans of Foreign Wars Unmet Needs Program @ vfw.org / 866-789-6333 / Nonprofit American organization that provides financial assistance grants to actively serving military members for daily necessities.

South America

🇧🇷 Associação de Veteranos das Forças Armadas @ avfab.org.br / 55-11-94235-1984 / Association based in Brazil to support veterans and their needs.

Europe

🇩🇪 Bundeswehr Social Welfare Services @ bundeswehr.de / 49-30-1824-24242 / National agency for armed forces and veterans in Germany.

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🇬🇧 Combat Stress Helpline @ combatstress.org.uk / 0800-323-4444 / Registered British charity that offers counseling and treatment to veterans.

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🇩🇪 Deutscher BundeswehrVerband @ dbwv.de / 030-259-260-0 / Non-partisan institution in Germany that represents the interests of veterans and reservists.

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🇳🇴 Forsvaret Veteran Contact Point @ forsvaret.no/ 91-50-30-03 / Official page of the Norwegian Armed Forces and support services provided to veterans.

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🇬🇧 Help for Heroes Support Line @ helpforheroes.org.uk / 0300-303-9888 / Welfare program for veterans in the United Kingdom to provide members with healthcare, mental health counseling, finances, education, and community.

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🇫🇷 Office National des Anciens Combattants et Victimes de Guerre @ onac-vg.fr / Support agency under the Ministry of the Armed Forces in France to support and recognize veterans.

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🇬🇧 SSAFA Forcesline @ ssafa.org.uk / 0800-260-6780 / Confidential telephone service that provides emotional support to veterans within the United Kingdom.

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🇸🇪 Swedish Veterans Federation @ swedishveteran.com / Association in Sweden that raises money for veterans and their families.

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🇳🇴 Veteran Forbundet SIOPS @ siops.no / 22-69-56-50 / Official veteran services agency under the government of Norway.

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🇬🇧 Veterans Gateway @ gov.uk / 0808-802-1212 / Official support and welfare program by the United Kingdom for armed forces veterans and their families.

Asia

🇮🇳 Ex-Servicemen Welfare Department @ desw.gov.in / Service provided by the Indian Ministry of Defense to support veterans.

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🇯🇵 Japan Self-Defense Forces Veteran Support Office @ mod.go.jp / 03-5366-3111 / Official site for the armed forces of Japan and support services for eligible veterans.

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🇮🇳 Military Helpline India / 155306 / Service provided by the Indian Army to offer immediate support to soldiers and veterans.

Middle East / SWANA / MENA

🇮🇱 Israel Ministry of Defense Rehabilitation Department @ mod.gov.il / Agency under the government of Israel to protect and serve the nation as well as provide services to former members.

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🇮🇱 Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization @ zdvo.org / 972-3-646-1603 / Registered nonprofit organization in Israel that legally represents wounded and disabled veterans.

Africa

🇿🇦 SAMVO Veterans Helpline @ samvo.international / International organization for service members and veterans of South Africa.

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🇿🇦 South African Legion of Military Veterans @ salegion.co.za / 021-689-9771 / Welfare organization that serves veterans of South Africa with case management and accommodation.

Oceania

🇦🇺 DEFGLIS @ defglis.com.au / Registered charity that supports and represents LGBTQIA+ veterans in Australia.

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🇦🇺 Department of Veterans’ Affairs General Enquiries @ dva.gov.au / 1800-838-372 / Support services to veterans in Australia.

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🇦🇺 Open Arms Veterans and Families Counseling @ openarms.gov.au / 1800-011-046 / The leading mental health assessment and counseling provider for veterans in Australia.

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🇳🇿 Return and Services’ Association Support Services @ rsa.org.nz / 1737 / Mission by the government of New Zealand to support veterans and their families.

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🇦🇺 Soldier On @ soldieron.org.au / Support agency in Australia that gives services to veterans and family members.

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🇳🇿 Veterans’ Affairs New Zealand Helpline @ veteransaffairs.mil.nz / 0800-483-8372 / Primary agency that handles the benefits of New Zealand veterans.

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November 27, 2024
Homelessness Hotlines

Everyone deserves compassion and safety, including emergency shelter and other social services. Find tools and resources centered on houselessness below.

International

🇺🇳 211 @ 211.org / 211 / Referral and directory telephone service that connects callers with any/all resources that may be beneficial to their circumstances. 211 is available both in the entirety of the United States and Canada.

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🇺🇳 Travel’s Aid Hotline @ travelersaid.org / 866-201-7399 / International network of social service agencies, airports, and train stations that work to end homelessness and human trafficking around the globe.

North America

🇺🇸 Coalition for the Homeless Crisis Intervention Hotline @ coalitionforthehomeless.org / 888-358-2384 / One of the oldest advocacy and direct service organizations for the homeless in the United States, providing crisis care, housing, food, and job training.

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🇲🇽 Consejo Ciudadano Para la Seguridad y Justica @ consejociudadanomx.org / 55-5533-5533 / Also known as the Safety Hot Line, Mexico’s primary non-emergency telephone center for those seeking support on various social issues.

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🇺🇸 Disaster Distress Helpline / 800-985-5990 / National service that provides 24/7 crisis support within the United States for anyone experiencing emotional distress due to natural or human-caused disasters such as tornados, severe storms, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, earthquakes, droughts, mass violence, disease outbreaks, and community unrest.

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🇺🇳 FEANTSA @ feantsa.org / 32-02-538-66-69 / International organization co-funded by the European Union to provide support to homeless individuals.

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🇺🇸 Feeding America @ feedingamerica.org / 800-771-2303 / Nationwide network of food banks, food pantries, and meal programs in the United States.

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🇺🇸 Homeless Shelter Directory @ homelessshelterdirectory.org / Network of local shelters and homeless services in the United States.

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🇺🇸 Human Resources and Services Administration @ hhs.gov / The primary agency under the United States government for supporting the delivery of essential human services which operates and partners with 19 different federal agencies, state and local governments, and other service providers to help homeless individuals.

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🇺🇸 Miracle Messages @ miraclemessages.org / Nonprofit organization based in the US that provides social support systems to those experiencing homelessness, such as through their family reunification program, phone buddy system, and basic income pilots.

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🇺🇸 National Coalition for Homeless Veterans @ nchv.org / 202-546-1969 / National organization focused on ending veteran homelessness in the United States by promoting and shaping legislation as well as managing a referral helpline for at-risk veterans.

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🇺🇸 National Healthcare for the Homeless Council @ nhchc.org / 615-226-2292 / Human rights and social justice organization that manages a nationwide healthcare network for homeless individuals in the United States. Additional information about free and low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy, vision, and behavioral services can be found through the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics at nafcclinics.org.

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🇺🇸 National Runaway Safeline @ 1800runaway.org / 800-786-2929 / National communications system for runaway and homeless youth in the United States, which caters to keeping young people as safe and healthy as possible in potentially dangerous situations.

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🇺🇸 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program @ usa.gov / Formerly known as “food stamps,” SNAP is a US welfare program that provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget.

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🇺🇸 Women, Infants, and Children @ fns.usda.gov / Special supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children in the United States to provide federal welfare for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding people, as well as infants and children up to age five who are at nutritional risk.

Europe

🇫🇷 115 @ refugies.info / 115 / Emergency number in France that connects individuals with accommodation centers free of charge.

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🇬🇧 Advice for Renters @ adviceforrenters.org / Charity organization that offers free housing advice, financial support, and mentoring for those living in the United Kingdom.

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🇬🇧 akt @ akt.org.uk / 020-7831-6562 / British organization that specializes in providing emergency housing and services to LGBTQIA+ youth ages 16 to 25.

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🇬🇧 Centrepoint @ centrepoint.org.uk / 0808-800-0661 / Youth homelessness charity based in the United Kingdom that works primarily with young people ages 16 to 25.

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🇮🇪 Citizens Information @ citizensinformation.ie / Homeless information for those in Ireland, with large databases on agencies throughout the country.

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🇬🇧 Crisis @ crisis.org.uk / National charity in the United Kingdom that helps homeless individuals find the resources and tools needed to thrive.

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🇪🇸 HOGAR SÍ @ hogarsi.org / 911-108-984 / Social initiative and nonprofit organization in Spain that supports the needs of homeless individuals.

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🇳🇱 Homeless Counter / 070-353-72-91 / Emergency shelter and social support for homeless people living in the Netherlands and at least 18 years old. Homeless individuals under the age of 18 should contact the Jeugd Interventie Team at 070-302-80-05.

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🇮🇪 Homeless Dublin @ homelessdublin.ie / 1800-707-707 / Emergency accommodation for homeless individuals in Ireland.

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🇬🇷 National Emergency Response Mechanism / 30-2132128888 / Service for homeless children or children who are unaccompanied or in otherwise precarious living situations.

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🇳🇴 Nav @ nav.no / 55-55-33-33 / Emergency accommodation in Norway for those looking for a place to sleep for the next 24 hours.

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🇬🇧 Samaritans @ samaritans.org / 116-123 / Charity that supports those in crisis in the UK, which includes assisting homeless individuals find necessary resources and aid.

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🇧🇪 Samusocial @ samusocial.be / 0800-99-340 / Immediate help provided by mobile teams and emergency reception centers in Belgium to help homeless individuals.

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🇬🇧 Shelter @ england.shelter.org.uk / 0808-800-4444 / Helpline agency that connects individuals with free legal advice and local referrals.

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🇬🇧 StreetLink @ thestreetlink.org.uk / Website service for individuals sleeping rough in the United Kingdom, connecting them with their local council and outreach services.

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🇬🇧 United Response @ unitedresponse.org.uk / Established charity that specializes in housing needs for individuals with mental health needs and disabilities such as autism, sensory impairments, and dementia.

Asia

🇯🇵 Moyai Support Centre @ npomoyai.or.jp / 81-03-0363-0137 / Social welfare service that helps people living in Japan find everyday essentials/housing and overcome financial hardship.

Africa

🇿🇦 National Shelter Movement of South Africa Helpline @ nsmsa.org.za / 0800-001-005 / 24/7 helpline in South Africa, with a focus on victims of domestic violence. Also available via text and WhatsApp.

Oceania

🇦🇺 Homelessness Australia @ homelessnessaustralia.org.au / Support and resource organization in Australia with a large database of local helplines and charities centered on helping homeless individuals.

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🇳🇿 The People’s Project @ thepeoplesproject.org.nz / 0800-437-348 / New Zealand-based organization that fosters a housing-first approach in helping homeless individuals get back on their feet.

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November 26, 2024
Substance Misuse Hotlines

Help is always available, and you are always worth it. Find emergency hotlines, counseling, and peer support with the resources below. If you are in a medical emergency, please dial your local emergency support number.

International

🇺🇳 Al-Anon @ al-anon.org / 888-425-2666 / International fellowship for families and friends of those suffering from substance misuse. Al-Anon is officially in over 133 countries across the globe and serves as a leader in recovery. Young people are encouraged to use Alateen, an Al-Anon program for teenagers affected by those with alcoholism. Compared to NAR-Anon, Al-Anon is for alcohol misuse.

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🇺🇳 Alcoholics Anonymous @ aa.org / AA is an international fellowship for individuals experiencing drinking problems. As the leader in 12-step programs to combat addiction, most Alcoholics Anonymous groups use religion in some capacity as part of their programming – although all AA groups welcome everyone regardless of religion, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, etc. To find the Alcoholics Anonymous closest to you, visit their international email request.

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🇺🇳 Cocaine Anonymous @ ca.org / International fellowship for those looking for peer mentorship in recovery from cocaine addiction.

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🇺🇳 Crystal Meth Anonymous @ crystalmeth.org / 855-638-4373 / International fellowship of individuals experiencing crystal meth misuse.

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🇺🇳 Families Anonymous @ familiesanonymous.org / 847-294-5877 / International fellowship for families and friends of individuals with substance misuse problems. Operates as a 12-Step program for supporting loved ones despite damage caused by drugs and alcohol.

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🇺🇳 Gamblers Anonymous @ gamblersanonymous.org / International fellowship specialized in gambling addictions rather than traditional substance misuse.

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🇺🇳 Heroin Anonymous @ heroinanonymous.org / International fellowship for those struggling with heroin misuse, using the 12-step program formula.

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🇺🇳 Marijuana Anonymous @ marijuana-anonymous.org / 800-766-6779 / International peer-support fellowship for individuals concerned about their marijuana usage through the 12-step formula.

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🇺🇳 NAR-Anon @ nar-anon.org / 800-477-6291 / International fellowship for close to those experiencing substance misuse problems, such as family members and friends. Also operates Narateen for young people with loved ones struggling with drug addiction. Compared to Al-Anon, NAR-Anon is for any/all drug misuse.

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🇺🇳 Narcotics Anonymous @ na.org / 818-773-9999 / International fellowship for anyone struggling with substance misuse. Compared to other 12-step programs, NA includes all substances and addictions.

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🇺🇳 Nicotine Anonymous @ nicotine-anonymous.org / 469-737-9304 / International fellowship that gives individuals struggling with quitting nicotine an outlet with their peers and a 12-step program.

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🇺🇳 Pills Anonymous @ pillsanonymous.org / International fellowship for those struggling with pill and prescription drug addiction.

North America

🇺🇸 American Lung Association Tobacco QuitLine @ lung.org / 800-586-4872 / Leading American organization working towards a tobacco-free future, which facilitates both lung research and tobacco-free initiatives.

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🇺🇸 Boys Town National Hotline @ boystown.org / 800-448-3000 / US organization that focuses on supporting marginalized youth, especially those most at risk of homelessness and substance misuse.

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🇨🇦 Drug Rehab Services @ drugrehab.ca / 877-254-3348 / Free resource for those seeking rehab for drug and alcohol addiction in Canada.

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🇺🇸 Fireside Project @ firesideproject.org / 623-473-7433 / Free and confidential support line for those currently using psychedelic substances as a means to minimize risks during drug use.

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🇺🇸 HOPE LINE / Local assistance with substance use issues through the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence.

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🇺🇸 National Capital Poison Center @ poison.org / 800-222-1222 / National advisory and authority on drugs and poisons within the United States, offering free emergency help for those who have ingested toxic chemicals.

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🇺🇸 National Drug Helpline @ drughelpline.org / 844-289-0879 / Self-funded entity that maintains one of the most diverse helplines in the United States, covering substance misuse issues from alcohol, benzos, cocaine, crack cocaine, ecstasy, opioids, fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, and prescription drugs.

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🇲🇽 Oceánica @ oceanica.com.mx / 55-8854-7141 / Program in Mexico that provides free online chat services to those seeking help with addiction problems.

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🇺🇸 Partnership to End Addiction @ drugfree.org / 855-378-4373 / Addiction prevention and treatment organization that supports individuals with substance misuse issues and their families in the United States.

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🇺🇸 Pride Institute Resource Hotline @ pride-institute.org / 833-926-2100 / American drug and alcohol treatment center that exclusively serves LGBTQIA+ individuals.

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🇲🇽 SAPTEL @ saptel.org.mx / 55-5259-8121 / Mental health service that provides 24/7 assistance with drug addiction issues.

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🇺🇸 Smoking Quitline @ smokefree.gov / 877-448-7848 / Initiative through the National Cancer Institute and United States Department of Health and Human Services to reduce smoking by providing the public with the tools and information necessary to lead happy, healthy lives.

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🇺🇸 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services National Helpline @ samhsa.gov / 800-662-4357 / United States agency within the Department of Health and Human Services that leads behavioral health within the country, which includes substance misuse and addiction.

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🇺🇸 Veterans Affairs Helpline @ va.gov / 800-827-1000 / Specialized services and care for United States veterans, which includes counseling and treatment, residential care, and self-help programs.

Europe

🇨🇭 147 @ 147.ch / 147 / Confidential support for drug addiction in Switzerland available through their phone line, online chat, email, and WhatsApp.

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🇸🇪 Alkoholhjälpen @ alkoholhjalpen.se / 020-84-44-48 / Public health agency that provides anonymous addiction and recovery support in Sweden.

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🇬🇧 Club Drug Clinic @ clubdrugclinic.cnwl.nhs.uk / 020-3317-3000 / Free and confidential service through the National Health Service that offers support to those using recreational drugs in the United Kingdom.

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🇬🇧 Drinkline @ alcoholchange.org.uk / 0300-123-1110 / Hotline operated by Alcohol Change UK as one of the United Kingdom’s leading charities tackling alcohol misuse.

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🇮🇪 Drug and Alcohol Helpline @ drugs.ie / 1800-459-459 / Confidential support line for those struggling with drug and alcohol use in Ireland.

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🇬🇧 FRANK @ talktofrank.com / 0300-1236600 / National anti-drug advisory service in the United Kingdom that offers free information about drug usage and its effects.

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🇩🇪 Guttempler @ guttempler.de / 0180-365-24-07 / Emergency addiction hotline for residents in Germany on alcohol and drug misuse.

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🇬🇧 London Friend @ londonfriend.org.uk / LGBTQIA+ charity that promotes the health and wellbeing of the United Kingdom, which includes their drug, alcohol, and chemsex support services.

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🇫🇮 MIELI @ mieli.fi / 09-2525-0111 / Anonymous crisis line in Finland for those struggling with mental health and addiction issues.

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🇧🇬 National Drugs, Alcohol, and Gambling Helpline @ drugsinfo-bg.org / 0888-99-18-66 / Anonymous and professional helpline established by the Solidarnost Association for Rehabilitation of Addicted People to provide free services to individuals in Bulgaria.

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🇮🇹 OFAD @ iss.it / 39-800-632000 / Alcohol helpline through the National Institute of Health for residents of Italy struggling with substance misuse. Smoking helpline available at 39-800-554088, anti-doping helpline available at 39-800-896970, and gambling helpline available at 90-800-558822.

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🇬🇧 Release @ release.org.uk / 020-7324-2989 / Leading entity on legal support and drug advice in the United Kingdom, and also operates a harm reduction approach to their helpline.

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🇳🇴 Rusinfo @ rusinfo.no / 915-08-588 / Norwegian guidance service that provides free recovery services.

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🇫🇷 SOS Drug and Alcohol Addiction Helpline / 133 / National helpline for drug misuse in France.

Oceania

🇳🇿 Alcohol Drug Helpline @ alcoholdrughelp.org.nz / 0800-787-797 / Service for those struggling with drug misuse in New Zealand. Also maintains a Māori, Pasifika, and Youth Line.

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🇦🇺 National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline @ health.gov.au / 1800-250-015 / Free and confidential hotline served by the Australian government to provide counseling to those experiencing difficulty regarding alcohol and drug use.

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November 25, 2024
Sexual and Domestic Violence Hotlines

Everyone deserves a healthy relationship with someone who values them. Use these hotlines and resources for additional information about sexual and domestic violence.

North America

🇺🇸 API Chaya @ apichaya.org / 877-922-4292 / US hotline that centers around the experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander survivors.

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🇺🇸 Latino Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence @ indianalatinocoalition.org / 317-926-4673 / Nonprofit organization in the United States that advocates for Latino victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through a variety of programs and services.

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🇺🇸 love is respect @ loveisrespect.org / 866-331-9474 / Project of the National Domestic Violence Hotline that serves as the national resource in the United States regarding domestic violence for young people ages 26 and younger.

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🇺🇸 National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs @ avp.org / US anti-violence agency that centers on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ survivors.

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🇺🇸 National Domestic Violence Hotline @ thehotline.org / 800-799-7233 / Leading organization in the United States for empowering survivors of domestic violence and abuse.

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🇺🇸 National Human Trafficking Hotline @ humantraffickinghotline.org / 888-373-7888 / National service supported by the United States Department of Health and Human Services to report and stop human trafficking.

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🇨🇦 National Indigenous Circle Against Family Violence @ nicafv.ca / 450-638-2968 / Canadian charity that works to end sexual and domestic violence in Indigenous communities.

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🇺🇸 National Runaway Safeline @ 1800runaway.org / 800-786-2929 / National service through the United States Department of Health and Human Services to serve as a communications system for runaway and homeless youth.

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🇺🇸 National Street Harassment Hotline @ stopstreetharassment.org / 855-897-5910 / American organization that provides 24/7 support for victims of street harassment via the phone or online chat.

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🇺🇸 Pathways to Safety International @ pathwaystosafety.org / 833-723-3833 / Global network that focuses on creating tools for American survivors while traveling or living abroad.

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🇺🇸 Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network @ rainn.org / 800-656-4673 / Largest anti-sexual violence organization in the United States. Assists in the operation of the Department of Defense’s Safe Helpline and many other American anti-violence organizations.

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🇨🇦 Rape Hotline Canada @ sexvicims.com / 416-597-8808 / Private crisis intervention and support service in Canada that provides confidential assistance for survivors of rape and sexual assault.

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🇺🇸 Safe Helpline for Sexual Assault @ safehelpline.org / 877-995-5247 / Specific helpline for survivors of sexual and domestic violence within the military, operated by the United States Department of Defense.

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🇺🇸 StrongHearts @ strongheartshelpline.org / 844-762-8483 / Confidential and anonymous helpline for Indigenous Americans seeking support regarding sexual and domestic violence.

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🇺🇸 The Deaf Hotline @ thedeafhotline.org / 855-812-1001 / US hotline for Deaf survivors of sexual abuse through the National Domestic Violence Hotline and Abused Deaf Women’s Advocacy Services.

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🇺🇸 The Network @ tnlr.org / 617-742-4911 / 24/7 hotline that supports LGBTQIA+ survivors in the United States.

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🇺🇸 Victim Connect Resource Center @ victimconnect.org / 855-484-2846 / Nonprofit organization funded by the US Department of Justice to train professionals and organizations throughout the country on how to better serve survivors.

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🇺🇸 WomensLaw @ womenslaw.org / Email hotline that provides legal information and advice to all US survivors of sexual and domestic abuse, regardless of gender.

South America

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Europe

🇵🇹 APAV Victim Support @ apav.pt / 116-006 / Private charity that provides hotline support to those living in Portugal.

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🇮🇹 Artemisia Onlus @ artemisiacentroantiviolenza.it / 0039055601375 / Italian hotline for survivors of sexual and domestic violence.

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🇷🇸 Autonomous Women’s Centre @ womenngo.org.rs / 0800-100-007 / Free legal hotline based in Serbia for survivors available every weekday.

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🇷🇺 Center Anna @ anna-center.ru / 8-800-2000-122 / Survivor and human trafficking hotline in Russia. Their website currently down, but they accept calls 24/7 at 8-800-2000-122 and 8-800-7000-600.

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🇳🇱 Centrum Seksueel Geweld @ centrumseksueelgeweld.nl / 0800-0188 / Dutch organization that offers support to sexual assault survivors via their free and anonymous call line.

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🇳🇴 DIXI Ressurssenter mot Voldtekt @ dixi.no / 22-44-40-50 / Organization in Norway that offers telephone support regarding rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment.

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🇩🇪 Federal Association of Women’s Counselling and Rape Crisis Centres @ frauen-gegen-gewalt.de / 116-016 / German empowerment center that advocates for the visibility and rights of survivors. The Violence Against Women Support Hotline is available 34/7/365 completely free of charge at 08000-116-016.

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🇬🇷 General Secretariat for Gender Equality @ womensos.gr / 15900 / Governmental agency in Greece that monitors sexual violence, co-funded by the European Union.

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🇮🇪 Hotline.ie @ hotline.ie / Irish reporting center that allows members of the public to securely, anonymously, and confidentially report concerns via the internet.

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🇫🇷 Institut National d’Aide aux Victimes et de Médiation @ inavem.org / 116-006 / Support organization and network in France dedicated to helping survivors of sexual and domestic abuse.

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🇩🇰 LOKK (Landsorganisation af Kvindekrisecentre) @ lokk.dk / 1888 / National anti-sexual violence helpline in Denmark that specializes in assisting survivors escape dangerous situations and abusive relationships.

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🇧🇬 Nadja Centre Foundation @ centrenadja.com / Survivor empowerment organization and hotline based in Bulgaria co-funded by the European Union.

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🇭🇺 NANE Women’s Rights Association @ nane.hu / 36-80-505-101 / Public benefit association that advocates against violence throughout Hungary.

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🇮🇪 National Rape Crisis Centre @ drcc.ie / 1800-778888 / National 24/7 helpline for those impacted by sexual violence in Ireland.

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🇫🇷 National Support Victim Helpline @ victim-support.eu / 166-006 / Free telephone service to survivors in France available every day to find professional help and advice. Also has an international number available at 33-01-80-52-33-76.

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🇬🇧 Rape Crisis @ 247sexualabusesupport.org.uk / 0808-500-2222 / 24/7 rape and sexual abuse support line for residents at least 16 years old or older in the United Kingdom.

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🇫🇮 Rape Crisis Center Tukinainen @ tukinainen.fi / 0800-97895 / Crisis call center based in Finland for those who have experienced sexual violence or abuse.

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🇮🇪 Rape Crisis Network Ireland @ rcni.ie / 1800-778888 / Confidential 24/7 crisis helpline for survivors of sexual assault in Ireland.

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🇬🇧 Safeline @ safeline.org.uk / 01926-402-498 / Charity in the United Kingdom that works to prevent sexual violence and abuse.

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🇧🇪 SOS VIOL asbl @ sosviol.be / 0800-98-100 / Sexual violence hotline for survivors residing in Belgium.

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🇮🇸 Stígamót @ stigamot.is / 562-6868 / Grassroots organization in Iceland that provides support to victims of sexual violence.

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🇨🇭 Switzerland Viol-Secours @ viol-secours.ch / 41-022-345-20-20 / Nonprofit association in Switzerland that serves as a public utility against sexual violence.

Asia

🇷🇸 Autonomous Women’s Centre @ womenngo.org.rs / 0800-100-007 / Free legal hotline based in Serbia for survivors available every weekday.

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🇷🇺 Center Anna @ anna-center.ru / 8-800-2000-122 / Survivor and human trafficking hotline in Russia. Their website currently down, but they accept calls 24/7 at 8-800-2000-122 and 8-800-7000-600.

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🇯🇵 TELL Lifeline @ telljp.com / 0800-300-8355 / Anti-sexual violence agency that works to eliminate abuse in Japan.

Oceania

🇦🇺 Full Stop Australia @ fullstop.org.au / 1800-385-578 / Support line available for anyone in Australia regardless of territory. LGBTQIA+ support line available at 1800-487-212.

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November 24, 2024
LGBTQIA+ Hotlines & Crisis Care

If you’re thinking about harming yourself or others, please get immediate support by contacting one of these services.

North America

🇺🇸 DEQH @ deqh.org / 908-367-3374 / Confidential support line for LGBTQIA+ South Asians in the United States.

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🇲🇽 Diversidad Segura @ consejocuidadanomx.org / 55-5533-5533 / National Mexico Safe Diversity Line and Chat for LGBTQIA+ Mexicans seeking mental health assistance or legal help.

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🇺🇸 LGBT National Help Center @ lgbthotline.org / 888-843-4564 / Free and confidential peer-support, information, and local resources where volunteers help connect you to other groups and services in the US. Also maintains a coming out hotline, youth talkline, and senior hotline.

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🇺🇸 MASGD @ themasgd.org / 717-864-6272 / Warmline services for LGBTQIA+ Muslims in the United States.

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🇺🇸 Pride Institute Resource Hotline @ pride-institute.com / 833-926-2100 / Drug and alcohol treatment center based in the United States that exclusively serves the LGBTQIA+ community through quality culturally-competent care.

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🇺🇸 SAGE x HearMe @ sageusa.org / The United States’ largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQIA+ older people. SAGE now offers supportive services and resources through the SAGE x HearMe app, formerly known as the SAGE LGBTQ Elder Hotline.

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🇺🇸 SGR Hotline @ sgrhotline.org / 415-989-7373 / Formerly known as the San Francisco Sex Information switchboard, SGR provides relationships and sex education training to foster healthy relationships within the LGBTQIA+ community.

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🇺🇸 The Trevor Project @ thetrevorproject.org / 866-488-7386 / The leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization centered on LGBTQIA+ young people in the United States. Offers 24/7/365 information and support to those ages 13 to 24 with trained counselors via call, text, or instant message.

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🇺🇸 TransAdvice @ transadvice.org / Live support chat for transgender and nonbinary individuals, as well as their friends and family. Also hosts their own community Discord server.

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🇺🇸 Trans Lifeline @ translifeline.org / 877-565-8860 / Transgender-centered crisis organization that does not use involuntary intervention/forced hospitalization to provide support to transgender people through fully anonymous and confidential calls within the United States and Canada.

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🇺🇸 THRIVE @ thrivelifeline.org / 313-662-8209 / Free crisis text line staffed by people with marginalized identities for people with marginalized identities. In addition to text services, THRIVE also maintains its own Discord server.

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🇨🇦 YouthLine @ youthline.ca / 647-694-4275 / Anonymous peer support for LGBTQIA+ people under the age of 30 in Canada, available by chat, text, and email.

South America

🇦🇷 Línea 144 @ argentina.gob.ar / 144 / Official app through the government of Argentina to support LGBTQIA+ people.

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🇵🇪 Más Igualdad @ masigualdad.pe / 51-955-178-208 / Feminist organization in Peru that works for LGBTQIA+ equality. Hosts free support and resource services via WhatsApp.

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🇵🇾 Rohendu @ aireana.org.py / 0981-110-108 / Free telephone service for LGBTQIA+ people and their families seeking advice by trained professionals in Paraguay, operated by the lesbian rights group Aireana.

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🇨🇱 Todo Mejora @ todomejora.org / 600-360-7777 / 24/7 confidential support program for LGBTQIA+ people in Chile.

Europe

🇪🇸 028 @ igualdad.gob.es / 028 / Emergency telephone, email, and instant messaging service for LGBTQIA+ people residing in Spain.

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🇷🇸 Da Se Zna @ dasena.lgbt / 0621104844 / Peer-support helpline in Serbia that specializes in reporting hate crimes and anti-LGBTQIA+ discrimination.

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🇬🇷 Dipla Sou / 11528 / Information and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals in Greece.

🇫🇷 Foundation Le Refuge @ le-refuge.org / 06-31-59-69-50 /LGBTQIA+ organization in France that supports young queer people ages 14 to 25.

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🇬🇧 Galop @ galop.org.uk / 0800-999-5428. / UK anti-abuse charity that works for LGBTQIA+ victims and survivors of abuse, violence, hate crime, conversion therapy, etc. Galop provides free emotional support via their helpline to anyone at least 18 or older.

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🇮🇹 Gay Helpline @ gayhelpline.it / 800-713-713 / Italy’s national anti-homophobia and anti-transphobia contact center to offer support and counseling to LGBTQIA+ people.

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🇳🇱 Genderpraatjes @ genderpraatjes.nl / 085-3037680 / Telephone and chat service for LGBTQIA+ people in the Netherlands.

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🇭🇺 Háttér Society @ hatter.hu / 361-329-3380 / Counseling hotline in Hungary that provides anonymous assistance for LGBTQIA+ people. Additional toll-free number available for local calls from Hungary.

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🇩🇰 LGBT+ Denmark @ lgbt.dk / 45-3313-1948 / Denmark’s oldest and largest LGBTQIA+ organization that provides confidential counseling for those exploring their gender identity or sexual orientation.

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🇬🇧 LGBT Foundation @ lgbt.foundation / 0345-3-30-30-30 / LGBTQIA+ UK charity that provides a range of services to queer people across the country – including a helpline.

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🇨🇭 LGBTIQ Helpline @ lgbtiq-helpline.ch / 0800-133-133 / Helpline in Switzerland that offers call services and peer advisors for LGBTQIA+ people.

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🇧🇪 Lumi @ lumi.be / 0800-99-533 / Belgian hotline and chat service for LGBTQIA+ people seeking anonymous and free peer support.

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🇬🇷 Next to You @ 11528.gr / 11528 / Support line in Greece that serves LGBTQIA+ people and their families.

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🇩🇪 Queer-to-Queer @ diversity.muenchen.de / 089-55266986 / Anonymous chat service by peers for LGBTQIA+ people in Germany.

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🇮🇹 Rainbow Line @ mariomieli.net / 800-110611 / Toll-free line based in Italy that provides LGBTQIA+ people with access to information and community.

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🇸🇪 Regnbågslinje @ kyrkanssos.se / 0700-55-00-10 / Swedish LGBTQIA+ call center that supports queer people regardless of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

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🇷🇺 Russian LGBT Network @ lgbtnet.org / Interregional social movement that promotes equal rights in Russia and serves LGBTQIA+ people’s needs regarding emergency care, legal assistance, mental health, etc. Chat services available through QueerilBot application.

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🇧🇬 SingleStep @ singlestep.bg / Online chat for LGBTQIA+ youth and their families in Bulgaria.

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🇳🇴 Skievchat @ helseutvalget.no / 59-44-42-15 / Anonymous chat service in Norway for LGBTQIA+ youth.

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🇬🇧 Switchboard @ switchboard.lgbt / National UK LGBTQIA+ support service and telephone line that provides care to those residing in the United Kingdom.

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🇮🇪 The Switchboard @ theswitchboard.ie / 01-872-10-55 / Ireland-based service that provides support and care to LGBTQIA+ people throughout Ireland.

Asia

🇰🇷 Chingusai @ chingusai.net / 02-6953-7941 / Free phone consultation service for LGBTQIA+ people in South Korea seeking advice about sexual orientation, gender identity, and related mental health issues.

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🇷🇸 Da Se Zna @ dasena.lgbt / 0621104844 / Peer-support helpline in Serbia that specializes in reporting hate crimes and anti-LGBTQIA+ discrimination.

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🇮🇳 Humsafar @ humsafar.org / 022-266-73800 / India’s first community-based organization centered for LGBTQIA+ people that offers helpline services to Indians.

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🇮🇳 Naz @ nazindia.org / 91-8800329176 / Foundation that hosts a free helpline for LGBTQIA+ people in India.

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🇸🇬 Oogachaga @ oogachaga.com / 8592-0609 / Free WhatsApp counseling provided by trained volunteers to LGBTQIA+ individuals in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei.

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🇯🇵 Rainbow Hotline @ proudlife.org / 0120-51-9181 / Telephone counseling for LGBTQIA+ people throughout Japan.

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🇭🇰 Rainbow of Hong Kong @ rainbowhk.org / 9442-6910 / Peer and community hotline hosted via WhatsApp for LGBTQIA+ within Hong Kong.

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🇷🇺 Russian LGBT Network @ lgbtnet.org / Interregional social movement that promotes equal rights in Russia and serves LGBTQIA+ people’s needs regarding emergency care, legal assistance, mental health, etc. Chat services available through QueerilBot application.

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🇹🇼 Taiwan Tongzhi LGBT Hotline Association @ hotline.org.tw / 02-2392-1970 / Regular telephone services provided to LGBTQIA+ people in Taiwan seeking peer counseling.

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🇯🇵 Yorisoi Hotline @ since2011.net / 0120-279-338 / Specialty hotline available 24/7 for LGBTQIA+ people in Japan who are questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Middle East / SWANA / MENA

🇵🇸 alKhat @ alkhat.org / 072-2220202 / Support service that provides advice and counseling to LGBTQIA+ in Palestine exploring their sexual orientation or gender identity.

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🇱🇧 Helem @ helem.net / 961-81-478-450 / LGBTQIA+ rights organization in Lebanon that facilitates a helpline for those within the SWANA region.

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🇹🇷 LISTAG @ listag.org / 0546-484-82-85 / Family counseling line in Türkiye that supports LGBTQIA+ people and their journeys.

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🇹🇷 SPoD LGBTI+ Helpline @ spod.org.tr / 0850-888-54-28 / Peer support system in Türkiye that provides accurate, up-to-date, and reliable information regarding gender identity and sexual orientation.

Africa

🇲🇺 Collectif Arc-En-Ciel @ collectifarcenciel.org / 230-5919 2232 / LGBTQIA+ hotline available in Mauritius via telephone and WhatsApp.

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🇿🇦 Triangle Project @ triangle.org.za / 021-712-6699 / General helpline in South Africa that fights LGBTQIA+-based hate and discrimination.

Oceania

🇦🇺 Lifeline @ lifeline.org.au / 13-11-14 / Australia’s leading suicide prevention service that provides 24/7 crisis support via their hotline.

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🇸🇬 Oogachaga @ oogachaga.com / 8592-0609 / Free WhatsApp counseling provided by trained volunteers to LGBTQIA+ individuals in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei.

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🇳🇿 OutLine @ outline.org.nz / 0800-688-5463 / Confidential and free support line for LGBTQIA+ individuals in New Zealand, regardless of age.

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🇦🇺 QLife @ qlife.org.au / 1800-184-527 / Australian organization that offers anonymous and free LGBTQIA+ peer support and referrals regardless of state or city jurisdiction.

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November 23, 2024