UN Global Campaign “Orange the World” draws attention to the serious problem of violence against women and girls. The campaign, which runs annually from 25 November to 10 December, calls for an end to gender-based violence and promotes its prevention.

According to UN statistics, nearly one in three women worldwide will experience physical or sexual violence in her lifetime. Girls are particularly at risk, with one in four adolescent girls experiencing violence at the hands of their partner or another man. These alarming figures underscore the urgency of global efforts to end violence against women and girls, one of the most widespread human rights violations.

If you are also struggling with this problem, don’t be afraid to ask for help:

White Circle of Safety

Helpline for victims of crime and domestic violence – 24 hours a day and free of charge at 116 006

Intervention centres

RIAPS Crisis Centre

ACORUS – assistance to persons at risk of domestic violence, women’s shelter (Prague)

PROFEM – centre for victims of domestic and sexual violence

ROSA – centre for women, asylum (Prague)

Bright Sky mobile app – Advice and contacts at the point of assistance for victims of domestic violence

Contacts for children

Safety line – 24 hours a day and free of charge on 116 111

LOCIKA Centre – Help for children at risk of domestic violence (Prague)

Children’s Crisis Centre – Help for abused, exploited or otherwise traumatized children (Prague)

Spondee – Brno