In an emergency

If someone is in immediate danger, please call 999. If unable to speak, press 55 when prompted to alert the emergency services.

For specialist domestic abuse support, Solace Women’s Aid can be reached Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, on 020 3795 5064.

The National Domestic Abuse Helpline offers free, confidential support every day, 24/7 and translation services are available on 0808 2000 247.

For professionals in Tower Hamlets, there’s also the Domestic Abuse Duty Line on 020 7364 4986, available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

For anyone needing emotional support at any time, the Samaritans are available 24/7 on 116 123.

Forward (Foundation for Women's Health Research and Development)

Forward is a leading African diaspora women’s campaign and support organisation, committed to gender equality and safeguarding the rights of African girls and women.

They work through partnerships in the UK, Europe and Africa to transform lives, tackling discriminatory practices that affect the dignity and wellbeing of girls and women. One of their focuses is FGM.

Contact

Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm

Tel: 020 8960 4000

Email: Support@forwarduk.org.uk

For more information, visit the Forward website.

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