Domestic Abuse
Anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse, and we know you may know someone, or have experienced it yourself – we commission specialist services that are available to you for help and support.
For Women: Birmingham and Solihull Women’s Aid Helpline is open every day 09:15-17:15 on 0808 800 0028 Webchat is open Monday to Friday 10:00-16:00
For Men: Cranstoun helpline is open Monday to Friday 09:00-17;00 on 0121 633 1750, or the website has more information.
For LGBT+: Birmingham LGBT’s helpline is open Monday to Friday 10:00-21:00 and Saturdays 11:30-19:00 on 0121 643 0821, or the website has more information.
Local Help:
ANAWIM – 0121 440 5296 / 228 Mary St, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 9RJ
Woman only face to face drop-in from Mon to Fri 10am till 2pm offering practical and emotional Domestic Abuse support
Birmingham & Solihull Womens Aid – 0808 800 0028
Domestic Abuse advice for all women in Birmingham
W.A.I.T.S – 0121 440 1443
Domestic Abuse advice & support for all women in Birmingham
ROSHNI – 0800 953 9666
Domestic Abuse support for South Asian women from the following countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka and other South Asian countries Tibet, Mauritius, Myanmar, Iran and Burma.
BHAROSA – 0121 303 0368 / 0121 303 0359
Domestic Abuse service for ethnic minority women (particularly those from a South Asian background) living in Birmingham.
Birmingham LGBT – 0121 643 0821
Rape & Sexual Violence Project – 0121 643 0301
Black Country Womens Aid – Advice line 0121 553 0090 or 24/7 Helpline 0121 552 6448
Stalking & Harassment and other related support for women in the Black Country, Birmingham & Solihull
National Helplines:
REFUGE National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 (availible 24/7)
GALOP National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0800 999 5428
The Men’s Advice Line Male Domestic Abuse Support – 0808 801 0327
Paladin Stalking Support & Advocacy – 020 3866 4107
NCDV Free and Fast Emergency Injunctions – 0800 907 2070 / text NCDV to 60777
In an emergency, please call 999.