Domestic Violence

Immediate Support

If you have experienced any kind of physical violence, please use these hotlines for support from the Sexual Assault Crisis Center or Coalition to Stop Violence Against Women:

099 88 78 08 – Women’s Support Center

010 54 28 28 – Women’s Rights Center

Additional Hotlines Include:

Domestic violence and abuse manifest in many different forms, often unrecognizable. If you have questions about whether this is happening to you or someone you know, this article will guide you through to the answer.

Youth Information

For children experiencing physical or psychological mistreatment, there are a number of Youth Centers in every province that provide many of the following services:

  • Informal educational programs
    • Visual, performing, and material arts
    • Social entrepreneurship skills
    • Leadership, communication skills
    • Cultural interaction
  • Social networking opportunities
    • Community awareness/involvement

Please see the Informal Education page for links to programs near you.

Women’s Empowerment Programs

Below is a list of initiatives and groups formed to support women in their political, economic, and social lives. If you are looking for women who are part of strong support systems, advocating for each other professionally and personally, please follow these links to learn more: