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12:00 AM to 12:00 AM.

Description

Safe to talk - Kōrero mai ka ora – sexual harm 24/7 helpline available nationally.

Safe to talk is a free, confidential, non-judgmental service for anyone affected by sexual harm. This includes sexual abuse, rape, sexual assault, sexual violence, recent or historic. 

Safe to talk is staffed by a team of professionals who are based around the country. They can give advice, support and guidance on the next steps to take. Friends and whānau can use the service too. 

This service is available to survivors and perpetrators.

What is sexual harm?

Sexual harm comes in lots of different forms. When someone has a sexual experience they don't want, or are forced into any kind of sexual act by another person, they’ve experienced sexual harm. 

Sexual harm can happen in lots of different ways:

  • It might involve physical contact or it could be online.
  • It might have happened once or maybe lots of times. 
  • It might involve one, two, or more people. 
  • It doesn’t always have to be an actual experience. Sometimes it can be the result of thoughts or behaviour about harming other people.

The effects of sexual harm are different for everyone.

If you’ve been affected in any way by sexual harm, we’re here to help. If you're unsure if what's happened to you is sexual harm, we're here to help.

How to Access:

Safe to talk is available for FREE 24-hours a day, seven days a week by:

  • Calling: 0800 044 334
  • Texting: 4334
  • Emailing: 
  • Webchat via www.safetotalk.nz

Interpreter services are available.

For more information and a range of online resources visit: www.safetotalk.nz

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Ages

Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua

How do I access this service?

Contact us

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Free

Fees and Charges Description

This service is completely free.

Hours

12:00 AM to 12:00 AM.

Mon – Sun midnight – midnight

Safe to talk operates 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Services Provided

Sexual harm victims/survivors - Do you need help and support?

Immediate help, Support and counselling

  • Immediate help
  • Support and counselling
Harmful sexual behaviour

Region

Bay of Plenty, Canterbury, Central Auckland, Central Lakes, Dunedin - South Otago, East Auckland, Hawke's Bay, Hutt, Lakes, MidCentral, Nelson Marlborough, North Auckland, Northland, South Auckland, South Canterbury, Southland, Tairāwhiti, Taranaki, Waikato, Wairarapa, Waitaki, Wellington, West Auckland, West Coast, Whanganui

Contact Details

12:00 AM to 12:00 AM.

This page was last updated at 8:33PM on April 24, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Safe to talk Sexual Harm Helpline.