Helplines in Ethiopia

Free and confidential 24/7 mental health support operated by the Ministry of Health and the Ethiopian Mental Health Society

Free toll-free national hotline providing information on safe migration, mental health support, free legal aid, and referrals for victims of human trafficking. Available in Amharic, Afan Oromo, English, and Tigrigna.

Free 24/7 toll-free call center in Gambella Region providing counseling on maternal and child health and reporting of gender-based violence. Linked to Gambella one-stop center for confidential GBV survivor counseling.

Free online mental health resource directory connecting individuals with mental health care services, support groups, and information across Ethiopia. Comprehensive mental health information hub.

Free 24/7 emergency ambulance and first aid services provided by Ethiopian Red Cross Society. Available nationwide through 256 ambulance stations with 444 vehicles.

Free toll-free hotline providing legal advice and support to women and girls who are survivors of gender-based violence. Available in Amharic, Oromiffa, and Tigrigna. Operated by Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association.

Free shelter and comprehensive support services for women and girl survivors of violence. Provides psychological counseling, legal aid, and rehabilitation services. First women's shelter established in Ethiopia (2003).

Free shelter and comprehensive support services for women and girl survivors of violence. Provides psychological counseling, legal aid, and rehabilitation services. First women's shelter established in Ethiopia (2003).

Free psychological support, counseling, and trauma care for victims of sexual violence, ethnic-based brutality, and war crimes. Provides psychological assessments, art therapy, and support for survivors of conflict.

Free child protection helpline providing services to children and young people to protect them from any form of harm. Operated by Hiwot Ethiopia NGO since 1995.