The SAVEHER Emergency Helpline was created in response to the alarming rise in violence against women and girls in Nigeria and across Africa, and the lack of immediate, trusted support systems for survivors in crisis.

Many women and girls experiencing sexual violence, domestic abuse, trafficking, or exploitation are unable to access help due to stigma, fear, or the absence of coordinated emergency response services.

Raising Women Initiative launched the SAVEHER Helpline to bridge this gap by providing a toll-free, 24/7 support line where women and girls can seek immediate assistance. Designed as a lifeline, the helpline offers confidential, trauma-informed support, connecting callers to medical, legal, psychosocial, and shelter services through a network of vetted partner organizations.

Staffed by trained counselors, social workers, and case managers, the initiative prioritizes empathy, safety, and survivor-centered care. Beyond emergency response, the helpline also serves as a documentation and advocacy tool, helping to identify trends and inform policy change around gender-based violence.

With the establishment of the dedicated toll-free number 08000072837, RWI is reinforcing its commitment to protection, dignity, and well-being for women and girls.

The initiative represents a shift from awareness alone to action-driven support. Ultimately, the SAVEHER Helpline exists to ensure that no woman or girl faces violence in silence and that help is always just a call away dial this number 08000072837.re