Domestic abuse support in France
For people experiencing or leaving abuse at home. Your safety comes first. Talk with people in France who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
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From people who came through it
“Please be gentle with yourself. I wasn't, and it made everything harder so the helpline helped me plan how to leave. I didn't know they did that, and talk to someone, even if it's just in here.”
bikeslow04 · been through domestic abuse“If you've just found this place, I was in the same place this time last year. For me, left with two bags and the kids. This year I did a 5k, slowly. The bad days get further apart. You're not on your own.”
autumn.chai58 · been through domestic abuse“A note for the next person. I was in the same place nearly four years ago. I remember when left with two bags and the kids, like it was yesterday. Today I went for a walk and didn't cry once.”
laketired1982 · been through domestic abuse“If you've just found this place, I was where you are nearly four years ago. The worst part was still loving him which confuses me. These days I mostly feel like me. It comes back so slowly you don't notice until one day you do. Hang on.”
Javi S · been through domestic abuse