Helplines in Brazil

Brazil's flagship suicide prevention and emotional support service. Free, anonymous, confidential support 24/7 via phone (188), chat, email, and in-person visits. Volunteer-based service for anyone experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts.

National human rights violations hotline. Free 24/7 reporting service for abuse of children, elderly, disabled, LGBT, homeless, and other vulnerable groups. Founded 1997, expanded 2010 to cover all vulnerable populations. 80,000+ child abuse reports/year.

Brazil's national domestic violence hotline. Free, anonymous, 24/7 government service for reporting violence against women. Provides legal guidance, referrals to public services, and complaint registration. Founded 2005, 4.8M+ calls handled.

Free government-partnered helpline providing 24/7 anonymous support and information for people struggling with drug addiction and their families. Partnership between Brazilian Federal Government and Narcóticos Anônimos.

Free peer support fellowship for people recovering from alcoholism. 12-step program with in-person and online meetings across Brazil. Main office hours Mon-Fri 8AM-5:30PM, 24/7 help line available.

Brazil's national health information hotline operated by the Ministry of Health. Provides information on HIV/AIDS, STIs, testing locations, treatment access, vaccinations, and general health guidance. Free call from any phone in Brazil.

Brazilian national 24/7 helpline for women experiencing violence INCLUDING obstetric violence (violência obstétrica). Provides referrals to police, shelters, and support services.

Free 24/7 emotional support via video call. Anonymous, confidential video counseling with trained counselors. Non-profit offering immediate help for people seeking peace, well-being, and life direction. Available on iOS, Android, and web.

Free interactive map/directory to locate hospitals providing legal abortion services across Brazil. Helps navigate legal abortion access under Brazilian law (rape, life risk, anencephaly).

Free network providing online psychological first aid for people in intense emotional distress. Connects individuals to Brazil's public mental health services. Uses risk stratification algorithm for suicide prevention.