Helplines in Sierra Leone for abuse & domestic violence.

Abuse and domestic violence hotlines are available in Sierra Leone

Many women, children, and men in the world are victims of domestic abuse– this is any behaviour that maintains control over a spouse, partner, family member, or girlfriend/boyfriend. Abuse may be expressed physically, emotionally, verbally, sexually, or financially, and you may feel threatened, controlled or coerced.

If you are experiencing abuse or domestic violence, you do not have to deal with this on your own. Staff from 1 hotlines that support people experiencing abuse and domestic violence in Sierra Leone can help. Contact them if these signs of abuse sound familiar:

• Your privacy online being invaded
• You are being controlled by your partner/family member
• Your partner/family member constantly checks up on you
• Feeling helpless, desperate, or emotionally numb
• Your partner/family member humiliates you, insults you and puts you down
• Your partner/family member hurts you or is threatening to hurt you
• Your devices are being monitored or tracked by a partner/family member
• Being forced to have sex or perform other sexual activities that you don’t want to

Experiencing a wide range of emotions is perfectly normal for victims of abuse and domestic violence. Doubting the clarity of your mind or your ability to understand what’s happening is also a common consequence of the abuse you have experienced.

It’s normal if you feel isolated. Victims of abuse and domestic violence are exposed to extreme stress and often go through it alone. Even though it might feel difficult to share what you are going through, hotline staff in Sierra Leone will listen, try to understand – and help you.

If you feel like you might need support today, try reaching out to a hotline in Sierra Leone. It's free and confidential.