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BIG e.V. - Berlin Initiative against Violence against Women

Provided by: BIG e.V. - Berlin Initiative against Violence against Women

Overview

The Berlin Initiative against Violence against Women (BIG e.V.) is a central contact point for women affected by domestic violence. The BIG Hotline offers fast and unbureaucratic help daily.

Telephone crisis and initial counseling (BIG Hotline)
Proactive counseling after a police intervention
Outpatient counseling and support
Online counseling

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📘 Guide: Women's Counseling & Violence Protection

Partisan, feminist advice for women in crisis situations, especially domestic violence, stalking, or forced marriage. Referral to anonymous protective shelters (women's shelters) and psychosocial stabilization as well as accompaniment to police and court.

Important Note

Safety First: Addresses of women's shelters are secret and offer immediate anonymous protection.

Steps

  1. 1Seek shelter in a women's house (address secret).
  2. 2Get advice on financial security after separation.

FAQ

What does "Counseling Center & Social Services" mean?

General support in social situations. Counseling Tip 1: Complete documents (notices, proof of income) speed up every consultation. Counseling Tip 2: Prepare concrete questions to use the consultation time effectively.

Target Groups

Women affected by domestic violenceChildren who witness domestic violenceSupporters and professionals

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