🌍 Domestic Violence Aid is an open-source initiative aimed at building the most comprehensive global database of helplines, support organizations, and resources for survivors of domestic violence. Our mission is to empower victims, raise awareness, and create a safe space for accessing critical information worldwide. Learn more: Website
Domestic violence is a silent pandemic affecting individuals across the globe. This repository serves as a collaborative global platform to collect, maintain, and share verified information about resources for survivors. By centralizing this information, we hope to break down barriers and help those in need find the support they deserve.
- 🌟 A global, community-driven open-source database of helplines and support organizations.
- 🔍 Categorized by country for easy access.
- 🌐 Multilingual support through community contributions. (Currently only in English)
- 📚 Resources may include helplines, shelters, legal aid, and advocacy groups.
We warmly welcome contributions from developers, researchers, and anyone passionate about making a difference. You can help by:
- Adding Resources:
- Submit information about new helplines or organizations in your country.
- Updating Data:
- Verify and update outdated information in the database.
- Improving the Repository:
- Suggest structural improvements or new features.
- Translating Content:
- Help make the data accessible to non-English speakers.
- Fork this repository.
- Create a new branch for your updates:
git checkout -b add-new-resource. - Add or edit information in the relevant Markdown file under the
/datafolder. - Commit your changes:
git commit -m "Add new helpline for [Country/Region]". - Push your changes:
git push origin add-new-resource. - Open a pull request (PR) for review.
We are committed to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for all contributors. To ensure this, we have established the following Code of Conduct:
- Respect Everyone: Treat all contributors with dignity and respect, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, or beliefs.
- No Harassment: Harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behavior will not be tolerated.
- Constructive Feedback: Provide feedback that is constructive, kind, and helpful.
- Focus on Collaboration: Work together to achieve the project’s mission, valuing each contributor’s effort and expertise.
- Report Misconduct: If you witness or experience inappropriate behavior, please report it immediately.
For detailed guidelines, refer to our Code of Conduct.
This project is licensed under the MIT License. By contributing to this project, you agree that your contributions will also be licensed under the same terms.
A heartfelt thank you to:
- Contributors who dedicate their time and effort to expand and refine the database.
- Organizations, Foundations and individuals who provide valuable data to ensure survivors have access to support.
- The community for believing in the mission and helping to create a safer world.
Be part of the change towards a safer planet for everyone. Join our community of contributors and help build a comprehensive, global resource for domestic violence survivors.
Every contribution matters.