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Domestic Abuse and Child Abuse Helpline Service for Dubai: 800111Â
(Free of Charge)
DFWAC provides a free of charge helpline service (800111) for all the residents of Dubai and the UAE 24/7, that aims to provide an efficient and professional response for everyone, as anyone can reach this helpline to get more information about the foundation’s services, calling for urgent help, consultations and to get more information about the causes of violence against women and children. The helpline call center employees are highly trained on receiving all types of calls and to evaluate the client’s status to determine the type of the needed service.
This worldwide organization provides women with workwear clothes they might have not been able to afford and offers career counseling
Dress for Success is a global not-for-profit organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
Since starting operations in 1997, Dress for Success has expanded to almost 150 cities in 25 countries and has helped more than 1.2 million women work towards self-sufficiency.
A mental health clinic in the UAE which is offering free virtual support groups for a variety of issues
The LightHouse is a community mental health and wellness clinic providing quality psychological and psychiatric care to children, adults, couples and families.
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Located in central Dubai, The LightHouse brings together an international team of licensed psychologists and psychiatrists offering a range of treatments. The LightHouse is also home to the Raymee Grief Centre, which provides free grief support services to anyone living in the UAE.
7 Cups is an on-demand emotional health service and online therapy provider
Our bridging technology anonymously & securely connects real people to real listeners in one-on-one chat. Anyone who wants to talk about whatever is on their mind can quickly reach out to a trained, compassionate listener through our network. We have hundreds of listeners who come from all walks of life and have diverse experiences.
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Ridesharing app which prioritizes women’s safety
Safr is a new ridesharing service focused on the safety and empowerment of women. Built with the needs of women in mind, we aim to improve the lives of women everywhere through safe transportation, job creation, and financial security.
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Girls Who Code values diversity, equity and inclusion as essential to our mission. We focus our work not only on gender diversity but also on young women who are historically underrepresented in computer science fields.
If you are a media professional or plan to pursue it, here is a guide on how to cover trans people.
GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love.
UAE’s national toll-free helpline for stress, fear and anxiety: 800-4673 (Hope) or connect on WhatsApp to speak directly with specialists
A national hotline has been set up in the UAE to support the mental health of vulnerable people during the coronavirus outbreak.
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Run by the UAE National Programme for Happiness and Wellbeing (NPHW), the hotline will help people cope with stress, fear and anxiety.
Those in need can call on toll-free support line, 800-4673 (Hope) or connect on WhatsApp to speak directly with specialists.
The service is available in Arabic and English.