Helplines in Samoa.

Get help with abuse and domestic violence from a hotline in Samoa

Domestic abuse is any action intended to control or keep power over a spouse, partner, family member, or girlfriend/boyfriend. The abuse may take the form of something physical, or it may be emotional, verbal, sexual, or financial. You might feel threatened, controlled, or belittled.

If you are being psychologically, emotionally or physically harmed, you are not alone. Statistics show that one in three women and one in three men have experienced abuse and domestic violence. If you're looking for support, there are 1 abuse and domestic violence hotlines in Samoa. Reach out if this is happening:

• Your partner/family member is constantly trying to convince you you’re crazy and makes you doubt your experiences (also known as gaslighting)
• Your partner/family member has told you they will commit suicide if you leave
• You are being isolated from friends and family members
• Being forced to have sex or perform other sexual activities that you don’t want to
• Avoiding certain topics so that you don’t anger your partner/family member
• You are being controlled by your partner/family member
• Any form of physical harm (hitting, slapping, strangling, kicking, burning, cutting)
• Your partner/family member is acting excessively jealously

After months or years of abusive behaviour from your partner or family member, you might doubting yourself and your sanity. However, this is your abuser talking. The abuse, and everything associated with it, is not your fault.

Every story of abuse and domestic violence is unique. You are the one who will figure out what the best way out is for you as a person and in your circumstances. However, it is always easier to overcome such hardships with the right kind of support.

Consider contacting a helpline in Samoa for free, confidential help with abuse and domestic violence today.