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Help in cases of violence and human trafficking

Last updated: 6/16/2023, 9:49 AM

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If you are a victim of (sexual) violence or human trafficking and need immediate help, call 112. If there is no immediate danger, but you are not safe, there are organisations that can help you.

Domestic violence

Do you not feel safe with your host family or in the municipal shelter? Are you a victim of domestic violence, or do you suspect (child) abuse in your environment? You can contact the following organizations:

Veilig Thuis

If you suspect (child) abuse in your environment, call 'Veilig Thuis' anonymously and free of charge at (0800) 20 00, or visit the website.

Blijf van mijn lijf

If you are a victim of domestic or relational violence, the 'Blijf van mijn Lijf' reception centre can help you. Call toll-free (0800) 01 17 or head to the website.

'Fier'

'Fier' is a national centre of expertise that can help you in the area of violence in dependency relationships. Call (088) 208 00 00 toll-free or visit the website.

Sexual abuse and violence

If you or someone you know are a victim of sexual abuse please contact the following organisation:

Centrum Seksueel Geweld (sexual assault centre)

If you have (recently) suffered sexual abuse or violence and need help, call 'Centrum Seksueel Geweld' on (0800) 01 88 or visit the website.

Safety for lgbtiq+ people

If you feel unsafe as an lgbtiq+ person, at 'COC Nederland' you will find all information on safety and help for lgbtiq+ people. The COC is an advocacy organisation for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people in the Netherlands.

COC Nederland

Visit the 'COC Nederland' website.

Other important organizations that can help you

Besides the 'COC Nederland', there are many other important organizations that can help you if you are not safe because of your gender or sexual orientation. Below is an overview:

Roze in Blauw

Any police officer can file a report of a lgbtiq+ related case or incident. However the 'Roze in Blauw' (Pink in Blue) department is there especially for these cases. Call (088) 169 12 34 or visit the website.

LGBT Asylum Support

'LGBT Asylum Support' is a non-governmental organisation. The aim of 'LGBT Asylum Support' is to provide support to lgbtiq+ refugees in the Netherlands.

Rainbow.whodis

'Rainbow.whodis' provides lgbtiq+ friendly emergency reception centre, particularly in Europe. Find more information on the website.

Human trafficking

Are you a victim of human trafficking? Or is someone you know a victim? For urgent assistance, call 112. Is your situation not urgent, but do you need police assistance? Please call the police via (0900) 88 44.

You can also get help from the following organizations:

CoMensha

'CoMensha' supports victims of human trafficking in finding help and a place in a reception centre. The organisation also offers information and advice. Call (033) 448 11 86 or visit the website.

La Strada International

'La Strada International' is a European platform for organisations outside the Netherlands that provides assistance to victims of human trafficking.

Scharlaken Koord

'Scharlaken Koord' provides assistance to sex workers and victims of human trafficking.

Victim support

'Slachtofferhulp Nederland' offers emotional, practical, and legal support to victims of violence and sexual abuse in the Netherlands.

Slachtofferhulp Nederland

Call 'Slachtofferhulp Nederland' on (0900) 01 01 or visit the website.

Safety in taxis

Keep your family and friends well-informed of your location when using cabs or minivans owned by private individuals. If you do not trust the situation, exit the vehicle if possible and contact the police, your family or friends.