1800RESPECT — National Sexual Assault & Family Violence Counselling
Crisis Support · Covers National — 24/7
24/7 phone and online counselling for anyone impacted by domestic, family, or sexual violence — victim/survivors, friends, family, and workers.
How to access this service
Who can use it: Anyone — victim/survivor, family, friend, or worker
What to do: Ring 1800 737 732 any time, or chat online via the website. Aboriginal-specific counsellors can be requested. Free, confidential, and available with interpreter support.
You don’t have to be in immediate danger to call 1800RESPECT. They’ll talk through what’s happening, help you plan, and connect you with local services like Djirra and MASP. Online chat is good if you can’t talk safely on the phone.
Info last checked: 2026-04-24