However you identify everybody is welcome to join with us to celebrate diversity and inclusion within County Durham and Darlington. Turn up at any of your events and get ready to be entertained and meet lots of new people from across the County and beyond! Our Pride event is very unique among Pride events in that any proceeds will go directly towards charitable work as we work to give back to the
community as part of the event. We are currently operating a helpline aimed at providing free, specialist advice to LGBT+ victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence:
The helpline operates, Mon - Thurs, 10am - 3pm
0333 772 7724
18+
We would urge anyone who feels like they are the victim of controlling, coercive, violent, or abusive behaviour to seek advice. We have included a list of national and specialist helplines below many of which operate a 24/7 service:
🚨Anyone in immediate danger or distress should call 999🚨
In a NON-emergency or to report a crime contact Durham City Police by dialing - 101
National helplines:
Domestic Violence Assist
Specialises in assistance to obtain emergency injunctions from being further abused. Phone: 0800 195 8699
National Centre for Domestic Violence
Specialises in assistance to get emergency injunctions from being further abused. Phone: 0800 970 2070
Women’s Aid Domestic Violence Helpline
Free 24-hour national helpline run by Women’s Aid and Refuge. Phone: 0808 2000 247
Hourglass
The Hourglass confidential helpline provides information and support to anyone concerned about harm, abuse or exploitation of an older person. Phone: 0808 801 0327
National LGBT Domestic Abuse Helpline
Emotional and practical support for LGBT+ people. Phone: 0800 999 5428
National Stalking Helpline
Guidance on the law, how to report stalking, gathering evidence, staying safe and reducing the risk. Phone: 0808 802 0300
Childline: 0800 1111
www.childline.org.uk
Free national helpline for Children and Young People in danger or distress. Samaritans UK
Samaritans is a registered charity aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide.
24/7 Confidential Support. Call Free On 116 123.
