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Our Directory

We are here to listen, comfort, and support, please choose the relevant support category to speak to a member of our team or download our forms to refer someone to The Guardian Project or SOS Clinics.

Contact our Helplines:

The Lotus Hub

The Lotus Hub runs a specialist service that can be reached out by both professionals and women seeking help.   

Phone: 07894443756 
Available: Monday to Friday
10:00- 3:00pm

We support women (18+) who are at risk of or affected by Gender-Based Violence, including but not limited to:

  • Domestic Abuse 

  • Forced Marriage

  • Honour-Based Abuse 

  • Female Genital Mutilation 

  • Domestic Servitude 

  • Sexual Trauma

Download the Lotus Hub leaflet here. 

Ear For You

Free Emotional Support helpline with Bilingual Transcultural Therapists.

Phone: 07449651677 
Text: Send 'HELP' to receive a response from our team.
Available: Tuesday to Thursday
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
 

What we offer on the Helpline? 

Tailored support for anyone affected or at risk of harmful cultural beliefs, traditions and customs. We have bilingual Peer Mentors who will ensure you are listened to.

Download the Ear For You leaflet here.

SIMBA

Connect with a Supportive Community and Share Your Stories

We provide a space for men to uplift each other by sharing their personal experiences of harmful practices and raising awareness on the impact on women, couples, and children. Find out more about our group sessions and share your experiences with others. 

Contact us on 0161 975 6009
Email:
enquiries@nestac.org.uk

Available: Every other Thursday, starting from April 25, 2024 (fortnightly)
4:00-6:00pm


Download the SIMBA leaflet here.  

We provide services across Greater Manchester, helping to tackle violence against women and girls with a focus on FGM, HBV, FM and DS.  
Download our referral form.

See more info by clicking below.

Support for FGM, HBV, FM and DS (Rochdale)

Rochdale 

Tel: 01706860157
Email: guardiansafeguard@nestac.org.uk

Address: Rochdale Women’s Welfare Association, 18 Trafalgar St, Rochdale OL16 2EB 

FGM Support (Salford)

Salford

Tel: 01619756009 or 07449651677

Email: guardiansafeguard@nestac.org.uk

Support for FGM, HBV, FM and DS (Greater Manchester)

Greater Manchester

Tel: 01619756009 or 07449651677

Email: guardiansafeguard@nestac.org.uk

Drop-ins for general advice, guidance and support for refugees and asylum seekers

Greater Manchester

Tel: 01619756009 / 07427666424
Email: enquiries@nestac.org.uk

Date: Every Thursday (starting from 25th April 2024)
Time: 10:00-3pm

Address: Houldsworth Business & Arts Centre, Houldsworth Mill, Houldsworth Street, Reddish, Stockport, SK5 6DA