Helplines in Kiribati

The Kiribati Women and Children's Support Centre (KWCSC) assists women and children who have experienced sexual and family violence. Provides SGBV counselling, legal advice, case management, and a 24/7 telephone helpline. Can provide support to individuals experiencing profound grief and trauma.

National child protection helpline operated by the Ministry of Women, Youth, Sports and Social Affairs. Free 24/7 hotline for reporting child protection concerns and accessing social welfare services for children.

National police service providing emergency response, domestic violence unit (DVSO), and general law enforcement. Free emergency services.

Regional network of LGBTQI organizations and individuals in the Pacific. Kiribati affiliate is BIMBA, which empowers LGBTQI people through advocacy, awareness and action. Free support and advocacy services.

IPPF member association providing free sexual and reproductive healthcare, including family planning, contraception, prenatal and postnatal care, HIV/AIDS prevention and education. Mobile clinics serve communities across Kiribati. Values participation of youth, people with disabilities, those living with HIV/AIDS, and LGBTQ+ communities.

Alcoholics Anonymous fellowship providing free support for alcohol recovery. Online Zoom meetings accessible to Kiribati residents. Fellowship shares experience, strength and hope to help others recover from alcoholism.

The Kiribati Red Cross Society provides humanitarian services including disaster management, health initiatives, and family links services. Officially recognized as auxiliary and key partner to government in humanitarian activities.

The Ministry of Health and Medical Services (MHMS) provides accessible, efficient, and effective health services to the people of Kiribati through a Primary Health Care approach. Operates referral hospitals and provides general health services including mental health support.

KFHA Clinics offer free healthcare services including general medical consultations, NCD screenings, maternal and child health. Operates static clinic on Thursdays and mobile clinics across communities.

Y-PEER Kiribati is a youth peer education network (15+ organizations) supporting thousands of young people in sexual and reproductive health and life skills. Free peer-to-peer education using theatre, role games, and simulations across main islands and outer islands.