1800 RESPECT
A national counselling service that is open 24 hours, 7 days a week to support people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence and abuse
Note to anyone whose first language is not English: When you call 1800RESPECT, you can ask for an interpreter, or you can call the Translation and Interpretation Service (TIS) directly on 131 450 and ask them to call 1800RESPECT
1800 737 732 or
www.1800RESPECT.org.au
FULL STOP AUSTRALIA
An organisation that supports people affected by sexual, domestic or family violence. Full Stop Australia’s counsellors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by telephone or online
1800 385 578 or
https://fullstop.org.au/
SEXUAL ASSAULT HELPLINE
The Helpline’s specialist counsellors provide advice and support from 7.30am – 11.30pm, 7 days a week
1800 010 120 or
https://www.dvconnect.org/sexual-assault-helpline/
DJIRRA
Practical support for Aboriginal women and people who are currently experiencing family violence or have in the past.
1800 105 303 or
https://djirra.org.au/
LIFELINE
A 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention helpline.
13 11 14 or
www.lifeline.org.au
QLIFE
A specialist counselling & referral service for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Intersex (LGBTI) people.
1800 184 527 or
https://qlife.org.au/
BRAVEHEARTS
Advice and support for people affected by child sexual abuse.
1800 272 831 or
https://bravehearts.org.au/
KIDS HELPLINE
Phone counselling and crisis support to young people (kids, teens, and young adults), as well as parents, carers, teachers and schools.
1800 55 1800 or
www.kidshelpline.com.au
STATE AND TERRITORY SUPPORT SERVICES
The following websites provide a comprehensive list of support services in different Australian states and territories:
www.respect.gov.au/services/ and
www.healthdirect.gov.au/sexual-assault-and-rape#helplines