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Other related pages |
Here is a list of useful
organisations and websites that are relevant to domestic violence or related issues. For more information and contact details
of Northern Ireland Women's Aid groups click
here.
Click on organisations that are underlined to go directly to their website. If you would like to include a website link on this page, please email Gillian at info@womensaidni.org
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Women's Aid Federation Northern
Ireland is the
lead agency working to eliminate domestic violence. They provide advice,
emotional support and emergency accommodation for women and children
experiencing domestic violence. |
24 hour domestic violence helpline 0800 917 1414 |
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National Network of Women's Refuges and Support Services |
(00353) 46 49049 |
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(0131) 4752372 Fax: (0131) 4752384 |
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( 0117) 944 4411 Fax: (0117) 924 1703 |
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Men's Advisory Project provides information, counselling and referral for abused men and men going through separation. |
(02890) 241929 |
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The Men's Project aims to increase awareness of the issues facing men and boys in the North of Ireland and promote their social inclusion. |
(02890) 90310891 |
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MOVE ( Ireland ) Domestic
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Man2Man Advice and information on male victims of domestic violence. |
Telephone: 02086989649 |
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Cara Friend - gay and lesbian counselling ( |
GAY HELPLINE (028) 9032 2023 Mon/Tue/Wed:7:30pm - 10pm LESBIAN LINE (028) 9023 8668 Thurs: 7:30pm - 10pm |
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Foyle Friend Information, support and advocacy services for people who are lesbian,
gay, bi-sexual ( |
028 71263120 helpline Thursday 7.30-10pm 02871264400 |
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Belfast
Butterfly Club: A voluntary organisation founded in 1991 to provide information,
advice and support for transvestites, transsexuals, their parents, families
and friends. |
07885 430 408 |
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CoSo - Coalition of Sexual Orientation works in close conjunction with
the Northern Ireland Equal Opportunities Commission to ensure equality for
the LGBTT community. |
(028) 9031 9030 |
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Rainbow Project is a gay men's sexual health organisation. It is a
strong, youthful and dynamic organisation. The group exists to improve the
emotional, physical, and mental health of gay men living in, working in, or
visiting |
(028) 9031 9030 |
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SOLA - survivors of lesbian abuse -information, advice and support to lesbians
who have experienced physical, emotional or sexual abuse in a relationship ( |
Helpline Thursdays 7-9pm 0171 328 7389 |
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Healthy Relationships, addiction and relationships site |
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1800 778 888 |
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Nexus Institute provides counselling and support to victims of sexual abuse |
(02890) 326803 |
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Victim Support offers information and support to victims of crime. |
(02890) 244039 |
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RELATE and Relate Teen counselling for people experiencing marital/relationship problems. Counsellers receive training on domestic violence. |
(02890) 323454 |
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The Samaritans provide a service for lonely, despairing, suicidal people. |
24 hour helpline (02890) 664422 |
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(02890) 249696 |
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Citizen's Advice Bureau (CAB) provide a free, independent, impartial and confidential service on social security, housing, employment, debt, legal, consumer and a range of other issues associated with domestic violence. |
(02890) 231120 |
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On Divorce - a point of reference for all those facing a break up in their relationship: |
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Solo
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Irish lone parents website aimed at people bringing
up their children on their own. |
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Accord Catholic
Marriage Care Service Northern Ireland - Counselling and Marriage Preparation.
Has offices in |
(02890) 233002 Fax - (02890) 328113 |
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Barnardos Domestic Violence Project - Simpson Family Resource Centre |
(028) 91271538 |
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Childcare Northern Ireland provide high level intermediary policy, membership and training service for the voluntary child care sector operating in the areas of training information and policy. |
(02890) 234499 |
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NSPCC -Child Protection Helpline |
0900 900 500 |
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Children's Law Centre Helping young people, their parents and professionals work with and understand laws which affect children. |
028 90245704 |
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24 hour helpline 0800 917 1414 |
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Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) provide temporary and permanent accommodation. Staff can advise those who are experiencing domestic violence with housing advice and arrange temporary accommodation if necessary. |
See Yellow pages for Local Office |
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Homeless Advice Centre offers advice on homelessness and emergency accommodation |
(02890) 317000 |
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Simon Community provides 24 hour support and accommodation with subsequent resettlement assistance for homeless individuals and those threatened with homelessness |
(02890) 232882 |
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Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) have experienced Domestic Violence Officers who can provide support and advice to victims of domestic violence. |
999 or (02890) 650222 and for local Domestic Violence Officer |
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Probation Board Northern Ireland (PBNI) is committed to developing services which help perpetrators of domestic violence to stop their violent behaviour and assistance will be given to help victims access relevant services provided by other agencies. |
(02890) 262400 |
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Social Security Agency. If there is a breakdown in a relationship as a result of domestic violence, financial help may be available by way of Income Support/Jobseekers Allowance depending on individual circumstances. Help is also available from the Social Fund by way of a grant or loan. Information and advice on all Social security benefits is also available. |
See Yellow pages for Local Office |
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Department of Health & Social Services (DHSS) The aim of the statutory health and Social Services agencies is to promote the welfare of women and children. Social workers can give advice, support and practical help, as well as advising on various options available. |
See Yellow pages for Local Office |
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The Law Centre can offer advice on legal issues surrounding domestic violence. |
(02890) 244401 |
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Domestic Violence |
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Domestic Violence International |
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Zero Tolerance - Domestic violence campaigning group |
(0131) 221 9505 |
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WAVE Women Against Violence Europe (WAVE) is the European network of non-governmental women's organisations working to combat violence against women and children. |
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Feminist Internet Gateway also contains link to Violence against Women gateway. |
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www.hotpeachpages.net worldwide list of agencies which
may provide help around domestic violence issues. |
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www.womensrefuge.org.nz the National Collective of Independent
Women's Refuges Inc., the umbrella organisation of 51 Women's Refuges around Aotearoa/ |
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heart-2-heart.ca
Heart 2 Heart is
a non-profit d-base for abused men and women. |
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USA Domestic Abuse Help at www.domesticabusehelp.com |
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www.powa.co.za People Against Women Abuse is an
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Manchester inter agency forum on violence against women by known men |
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On divorce a point of reference for all those facing a break up in
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netmums.com/belfast, is a website run on a voluntary
basis by local mums which aims to bring together all the information
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Tel: (028) 9087777 |
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Justice For Women is a feminist organisation that supports and campaigns for women who have fought back against or killed violent/abusive male partners. |
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The Ulster Community Investment Trust (UCIT) is a 'Not for profit' organisation which provides loan facilities, free financial support and mentoring to groups within the community economic development sector. |
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The Women's Health Council is a statutory body responsible for advising the Government on women's health issues. |
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