Helplines in Chad

MSF provides mental healthcare in conflict-affected areas of Chad, including psychological first aid, individual and group counseling for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma. Services are provided through mobile clinics in refugee camps and IDP sites, particularly in Adre, Iriba, Metché, and Lake Chad region. Focus on displaced populations, refugees, and local communities affected by violence.

The national police force in Chad. Contact to report crimes including sexual assault, domestic violence, extortion, and other criminal matters. Emergency response service.

Humanity & Inclusion (HI) works in Chad to support people with disabilities, particularly in emergency situations and through development projects. They focus on rehabilitation, inclusion, and assistance to victims of violence. They provide support to refugee populations with rehabilitation services and mental health support. Services are provided free of charge.

Action Against Hunger addresses nutrition, health, and food security in Chad. They provide emergency care, support health systems, implement livelihood and agricultural projects, and focus on water, sanitation, and hygiene interventions. Services are FREE.

ICLAT is a local Chadian association established by church leaders in 2013 to address alcohol abuse throughout the country. They provide education and training for pastors, church leaders, women, and youth on alcoholism and alcohol abuse. They also offer counseling for individuals dealing with alcoholism and establish anti-alcoholism cells in churches across Chad. Partnership with Chad: Heart of Africa (CHOA).

GSF provides comprehensive support for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence, particularly Sudanese refugees in Chad. Services include psychosocial support, therapy, counseling, medical assistance, legal aid, and direct financial assistance for survivors to design livelihood projects. Operates Women's Trauma Centre in Adré and services in N'Djamena through partner organizations.

UNFPA in Chad works to address gender-based violence and harmful practices, including FGM/C. They engage in advocacy, capacity building, humanitarian programming, and data collection to prevent and respond to gender-based violence and harmful practices. They collaborate with government, civil society, and international organizations.

ACTED operates in Chad, providing humanitarian aid and support, including emergency shelter, to vulnerable populations affected by crises. They address multi-sectoral needs including housing issues arising from displacement and conflict. Services are FREE.

The Red Cross of Chad provides humanitarian aid and support including emergency response, disaster relief, health services, and support for vulnerable populations. Services are provided free of charge.

IOM provides Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) through participatory, survivor-centered, culturally sensitive services for refugees and crisis-affected populations. Focus on violence survivors, reducing psychosocial vulnerabilities, and promoting community resilience. Operates across multiple locations in Chad including N'Djamena and 8 sub-offices.