Male Victims
Male victims often feel bewildered and confused and wonder if
it’s their fault. They may be too ashamed or embarrassed to
tell anyone, fearing they will not be believed or will have their
abuse treated as a joke. Asking for help is the right thing
to do, it is not a sign of weakness. Sometimes when people
reach out for help, they may not find the best person to
help. It is important to keep looking – there will be someone
who can help.
Many male victims feel that they can’t be ‘real men’ if they are
attacked by a woman. The abuser is the person who is at fault
as they choose to act in this way. Men have the same rights
as women to be safe in their own homes.
The same laws protect men and women – if someone is assaulted
then the perpetrator can be prosecuted regardless of their
gender.
In an EMERGENCY always call the police – 999
Other useful contacts
Men's Advice Line - 0808 801 0327 (free phone)
They provide a range of services aimed primarily at men
experienceing abuse from their partner.
Men's Advice Line works in conjunction with broken Rainbow,
respect and the national 24 Domestic Violence Helpline, operated in
partnership between Women's Aid and Refuge.
http://www.mensadviceline.org.uk/
Mankind helpline on 0870 794 4124
M.A.L.E Helpline – 0845 064 6800
Shelter – housing/homelessness/housing advice – 0808 800
4444
Albert Kennedy Trust – 0207 816562
Housing support for lesbian, gay men and bi-sexual young people
who are living in a hostile environment.