Domestic Abuse
Everyone has a right to be safe in their homes and in their community. We can all have a role in supporting people affected by domestic abuse to feel safer, if we are a friend, a neighbour, a colleague or a professional.
What is domestic abuse?
Domestic abuse, or "domestic violence", can be defined as a pattern of behaviour in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. It can occur within a range of relationships including couples who are married, living together or dating. Domestic abuse can affect anyone of any race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or gender. Research indicates that Police Scotland get contacted every 9 minutes to report an incident of domestic abuse.
Domestic abuse is rarely a one off incident and it can take many different forms, which often get worse over time. Domestic abuse happens between current or former partners, and abuse can continue even when the relationship has ended. It is important that anyone at risk of harm, or their friend or family member, reaches out for help and support.
Domestic abuse can take many forms including physical, sexual, emotional or financial harm.
Victims of domestic abuse are not to blame for the abuse that is happening in their life and there is support and help available.
Where to get help for domestic abuse in Glasgow:
Domestic abuse support in Glasgow
Organisation |
Phone |
| Glasgow Women's Aid | 0141 553 2022 |
| Glasgow East Women's Aid | 0141 781 0230 |
| Clydebank Women's Aid | 0141 9528118 |
| Hemat Gryffe Women's Aid | 0141 353 0859 |
| Daisy Project | 0141 634 4053 |
| ASSIST | 0141 276 7710 |
| Saheliya | 0141 552 6540 |
| Amina | 0141 212 8420 |
Helplines
Organisation |
Phone |
| Scottish Domestic Abuse Helpline | 0800 027 1234 |
| National Stalking Helpline | 0808 802 0300 |
| Rape Crisis Scotland Helpline | 0808 801 0302 |
| In Care Survivors | 0800 121 6027 |
| Muslim Women's Helpline | 0808 801 0301 |
| Ethnic Survivors Forum | 0808 802 2222 |
| Breathing Space | 0800 83 85 87 |
| Men's Advice Line | 0808 801 0327 |
| Trauma Counselling Line | 0808 802 0406 |
| FGM Helpline | 0800 028 3550 |
| Amina | 0808 801 0301 |
Mobile apps
Legal responses to domestic abuse
For information on legal guides and factsheets:
scottishwomensrightscentre.org.uk/resources/guides