Help if you are experiencing domestic violence:
- Are you ever scared of your partner or ex-partner?
- Are you afraid of giving your opinion?
- Does your partner constantly belittle or humiliate you?
- Has your partner ever deliberately withheld money or food or affection?
- Have you been threatened or hit?
- Are you forced to do things you don't want to or like?
- Is your partner jealous and possessive of you, controlling where you go and who you can see?
Domestic violence doesn't always mean physical violence. An abusive relationship may include any of these behaviours and many other forms of emotional abuse and controlling behaviour. Domestic violence is never the fault of the victim and it is never acceptable.
If you are in immediate danger, call the police 999.
The police will take domestic violence seriously and are able to refer you onto other agencies who can also offer support.
Refuges across the city can be contacted through one number:
Birmingham Domestic Abuse Refuge line - 0800 111 4223
‘National 24-hour Domestic Violence Helpline’ provides information and help for people experiencing domestic violence and their supporters, 24 hours a day: 0808 2000 247
We have a Survivor Guide coming soon
If you are a male victim of domestic violence, contact:
MALE (Men's Advice Line and Enquiries): 0845 064 6800
Victim Support Men's National Helpline: 0800 328 3623
Specialist support for men and women in a gay, bisexual
or transgender relationship
can contact:
Broken Rainbow: 0300 999 5428
For more information about options that may be open to you, Women’s Aid Federation have published The Survivor's Handbook
