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Everyone deserves a home that is safe and free from violence.

If you are or someone you know is experiencing family violence and need someone to talk to, call the AWARE Helpline at 1800 777 5555. (Please note that we do not have a walk-in service and we will not be able to see you without an appointment.)

There are steps you can take to stop the violence and to be safe . This site provides you with some information to stop or prevent family violence.

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  • 1 Learn more
    1. What is family violence? Acts defined as Family Violence in the Women’s Charter
    2. What can I do if I’m facing family violence? There are several options for help that may depend on the nature of the emergency and the level of violence, including calling for help, reporting to the police and seeking legal protection.
    3. Getting a Personal Protection Order (PPO) Information about PPOs and how to apply for one
    4. Making a Safety Plan How to plan ahead to protect yourself and your children from family violence
    5. How to help a friend/relative/neighbour facing family violence How to recognise if someone is facing family violence and how to help
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  • 1 Association of Women for Action & Research (AWARE)

    Address: 5 Dover Crescent, #01-22, Singapore 130005 Telephone: 1800-777-5555 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mondays to Fridays) to fix an appointment Email: [email protected] Website: aware.org.sg

  • 2 National Anti-Violence and Sexual Harassment Helpline (NAVH)

    The NAVH is a dedicated 24-hour helpline, by the Ministry of Social and Family Development, for reporting of violence or abuse, including sexual violence and sexual harassment. The NAVH operates primarily in English, with Mandarin, Malay and Tamil options available.

    Telephone: 1800-777 0000 (open 24/7)

  • 3 PAVE

    Address: 211, Ang Mo Kio Ave 3, #01-1446, Singapore 560211 Telephone: 6555 0390 Email: [email protected] Website: pave.org.sg

  • 4 TRANS Centre

    SAFE Programme (Stop Abuse in Families) Address: Blk 411 Bedok North Avenue 2, #01-106, Singapore 460411 Telephone: 6449 0762 Email: [email protected] Website: transcentre.org.sg

  • 5 Syariah Court of Singapore

    Address: Family Link@ Lengkok Bahru, 8 Lengkok Bahru #03-01, Singapore 159052 Telephone: 63548371, Monday to Friday, 8.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Website: syariahcourt.gov.sg

  • 6 Family Transformation and Protection Unit, Family Court

    Address: Subordinate Courts, Building No 1, Havelock Square Singapore 059724 Telephone: 6435 5077 Website: app.subcourts.gov.sg/family/index.aspx

  • 7 Family Service Centres (FSCs)

    There are 35 FSCs in Singapore. Call ComCare at 1800 222 0000 to connect to reach the nearest FSC.

  • 8 SAGE Counselling Centre

    Address:m1 Jurong West Central 2 Jurong Point, Singapore 648886 Telephone: 6354 1191 Helpline: 1800-555-5555 Email: [email protected] Website: sagecc.org.sg

  • 9 Singapore Association of Women Lawyers’ Pro Bono Legal Consultation Clinics

    Address: SCWO Centre, 96 Waterloo Street<, Singapore 187967 Telephone: 65-6837 0611 (Need to call to check eligibility) Email: [email protected] Website: sawlsg.org/contact

  • 10 The Law Society of Singapore

    You need to register for making an appointment. To register: Address: Pro Bono Services Office at level 5 of the Subordinate Courts Telephone: 65360650 Email: [email protected] (Alternatively, you may register at any Family Service Centre. After registration, an appointment will be arranged for you to meet the lawyer at one of the Community Legal Clinics.) Website: The Law Society of Singapore

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