Mankind Initiative - Helping men escape from domestic abuse

About

We support male victims of domestic abuse, we provide services and support for male victims and campaign to ensure male victims receive the support they need from other organisations.

What we do

Helpline

We run a helpline manned by a trained team who provide practical information, signposting and emotional support on all aspects of domestic abuse.

Support services and information

We provide support services and information to statutory agencies, professional organisations and the voluntary sector. This includes trainingpresentationsa national conference, a directory of services, information on how to create services and a referral service. The charity has a qualified Independent Domestic Violence Adviser.

A voice to male victims

We give a voice to male victims (and their children) to raise the public profile of their plight and to call for adequate services and recognition at national and local level. This includes producing research, responding to government consultationsrunning campaigns, speaking to professionalsmedia appearances and supporting academia, students and politicians.

How to contact the Police if you can't speak (Silent Solutions)

If you’re in an emergency situation and need police help, but can’t speak, Make Yourself Heard and let the 999 operator know your call is genuine.

Silent Solutions is a system for victims of domestic abuse who might be afraid of further danger and escalation of harm if they are overheard when calling 999 in an emergency.  When somebody calls 999, an operator will ask which emergency service is required. If the caller is unable to audibly signal to the operator, the call will be forwarded to an operating system.  If 55 is pressed by the caller, the system will detect this. The operator will then transfer the call to the relevant police force as an emergency.

For further information please see the Silent Solutions guide (external link).

Who to contact

Telephone
01823 334244 01823 334244
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