Help in cases of violence and human trafficking

Last updated: 3/10/2023, 12:25 PM

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:

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

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 visit the website.

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

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 lhbtiq+ people

Feeling unsafe as a lhbtiq+ person? At the undefinedCOC Nederlandundefined you will find all information on safety and help for lhbtiq+ people. The COC is an advocacy organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer people in the Netherlands.

Visit the website of the 'COC Nederland'.

Other important organizations that can help you

Besides the undefinedCOC Nederlandundefined, 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:

Any police officer can file a report of a lhbtiq+ 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' is a non-governmental organisation. The aim of 'LGBT Asylum Support' is to provide support to lhbtiq+ refugees in the Netherlands.

'Rainbow.whodis' provides lhbtiq+ friendly emergency shelters, 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' supports victims of human trafficking in finding help and shelter. In addition, the organisation offers information and advice. Call (033) 448 11 86 or visit the website.

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

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

Victim support

undefinedSlachtofferhulp Nederlandundefined offers emotional, practical, and legal support to victims of violence and sexual abuse in the Netherlands.

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.