Do you feel like you are in imminent danger?
There are a number of things you may be able to do:
If you are able to, get out of the situation now.
Call emergency services. Keep in mind that different countries may have different numbers. In Europe generally it is 112, in the US, it is 911. For a list of numbers in other countries, you can visit: INTERNATIONAL EMERGENCY NUMBERS
If it is safe to do so, call some one you trust and ask them to help you.
You may be able to alert friends, family or neighbours, that you are in trouble and need help.
If you can, run to a public place such as an institution, hospital, library, post office, etc.
If you are trapped, there may be some places that you can avoid, such as the kitchen or garage where there may be potential weapons. You may also be able to avoid rooms without windows or small areas that you could be trapped in, such as wardrobes.
THE COUNTRY YOU ARE IN SHOULD HAVE SERVICES TO SUPPORT YOU TO LEAVE THIS SITUATION. SOME OPTIONS INCLUDE:
Ringing police in the country you are in. Some countries also have specialised police working with situations like yours.
There are many NGOs that offer support in these situations. Contact us, and we can help connect you to the right support in your area.
Need help but you are away from home?
If you have found yourself in a vulnerable situation abroad, you might be eligible to receive help returning home, under a project of the International Organization for Migration. To find out the contact details for the mission closest to you, visit: https://www.iom.int/contact-us
Has your relationship got you thinking?
If you want to talk to somebody about any concerns you have about your relationship, you can contact us, and we can help you connect to the right support in your area.
