Help in cases of violence and human trafficking

If you do not feel safe with your host family or in the municipal reception centre or if you are a victim of domestic violence or you suspect (child) abuse in your environment, you can contact the following organisations:

Veilig Thuis

Do you suspect (child) abuse in your environment? Or are you dealing with this yourself? Then call 'Veilig Thuis' anonymously and free of charge at (0800) 20 00. Or visit the website.

Blijf van mijn lijf (huis)

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 in the area of violence in dependency relationships. Call (088) 208 00 00 toll-free or visit the website.

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

Do you feel unsafe as an LGBTQIA+ individual? At 'COC Nederland' you will find all information on safety and help for lgbtiq+ people.

The Sexual Assault Center may also be able to help you with this. Visit the website using the link above. Or call "Sexual Assault Center" on (0800) 01 88.

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

If you or someone you know are a victim of human trafficking, for urgent assistance, call 112. If your situation is not urgent, but you do need police assistance, please call the police via (0900) 88 44.

You can also get help from the following organisations:

CoMensha

'CoMensha' supports victims of human trafficking in finding help and a place in a reception centre.

La Strada International

'La Strada International' is a European platform for organisations outside the Netherlands that provide assistance to victims of human trafficking. Read more information on their website.

Scharlaken Koord

'Scharlaken Koord' provides assistance to sex workers and victims of human trafficking. Read more information on their website.

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

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