Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline (Northern Ireland)

If you are affected by domestic or sexual abuse, you can talk to trained helpline staff who will help you understand your experience and consider your options. You can call, email or use live chat.

Good to know

The helpline is free, and the site describes it as a non-judgemental space open to all. It is for anyone aged 18 and over. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999.

Before you call

They can

  • talk with trained helpline staff, free, 24/7, 365 days a year, on 0808 802 1414, or by email (help@dsahelpline.org) or live chat
  • give you information and guidance that fits your own circumstances

They cannot

  • help anyone under 18: the site says the helpline is for anyone aged 18 and over
  • replace 999: the site says if you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999

In the emergency guides: I got an eviction notice or court papers → · My home is unsafe and my landlord won't fix it → · I lost my wallet, phone or ID, or it was stolen → · I have nowhere to sleep tonight → · Someone is harassing or stalking me → · Someone is using my identity → · I've been told to leave home →

Hours
24/7, 365 days a year
Coverage
Northern Ireland
Languages
English
Best for
Abuse survivors
Last checked
October 3, 2026

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We list this organization because it is a national service for the need on this page. We’re not affiliated with it, and we don’t speak for it. Last checked October 3, 2026: we opened its own site and confirmed this link and number. We don’t call the lines, and hours can change — their site has the latest.

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