The next step..

We understand that reaching out for help might feel a little bit scary. Here's our suggestions for UK based organisations that can offer support and advice. If you can't find what you are looking for here please email madelaine@theritaproject.com and we'll point you in the right direction.

• If you or someone you know is in a dangerous situation call 999

• For children affected by abuse visit NSPCC

• If you're female & would like 24/7 telephone support call the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247

• If you're female & would like online support get in touch with Womens Aid Live Chat

• If you're male and would like telephone or chat support, visit Men's Advice Line

• Support for lesbian, gay, bisexual & trans+ people can be found at Galop

• Young people experiencing abuse, can find advice and guidance at Love Respect

• If you're concerned about your behaviour towards your friends and family, visit the Respect website. There is support available.

• For BAME communities, Imkaan has a great source of information for advice from a variety of different communitites

• Older people experiencing abuse can find support from Hourglass

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