3pm–9pm local time / lgbtiq+ peer support
qlife
free and anonymous queer peer support by phone and webchat, anywhere in australia.
australia / south australia
trans & queer
support.
for trans people, queer people, and anyone who needs a safer next step.
immediate danger / australia
call 000
if it is safe, move toward an exit, a trusted person, or a public place. if speaking could put you at more risk, use a safer device to text 1800respect.
quick exit opens the bureau of meteorology. it does not clear your browser history.
someone to talk to
peer support.
country sa / non-crisis peer support
gender connect country sa
free, confidential support from trans and gender-diverse peer workers, for people in country south australia and those supporting them.
monday–thursday, 3pm–8pm. closed on public holidays.
you deserve help that does not require becoming less yourself.
if home is unsafe, you are being threatened, controlled, watched, hurt, or made afraid, it counts. you do not need to wait for it to become worse before asking for help.
if you are in an abusive household
make the next step safer, not perfect.
- if danger is happening now
call 000. if you can leave safely, go toward an exit, neighbour, shop, hospital, police station, or another public place. avoid confined rooms or places where weapons may be present.
- use a safer device
if someone checks your phone, accounts, location, or browser, use a trusted person’s device if possible. this quick-exit button opens the bureau of meteorology, but it does not clear your history.
- tell one safe person
agree on a code word that means “call for help”. decide where you could go and how you would get there, including at night.
- prepare only when safe
keep identification, medication, keys, money, charger, essential clothing, and important numbers somewhere accessible or with a trusted person. do not announce a plan to leave if that could increase the danger.
- ask a service to plan with you
you can contact 1800respect even if you are not ready to leave. they can help work through risk, technology safety, and a personal safety plan without forcing one decision.
crisis & urgent support
direct lines / checked 26 september 2026tap a number to call
24/7 / domestic, family and sexual violence
1800respect
confidential counselling, information and safety planning across australia. call, text, chat online, or video call.
24/7 / south australia / women and children
domestic violence crisis line
crisis counselling, information and access to safe accommodation in south australia.
24/7 / south australia / anyone
homeless connect sa
information and direct referral into homelessness services if you need somewhere safer to stay.
24/7 / ages 5–25
kids helpline
free, private phone and webchat counselling for children and young people.
24/7 / crisis support
lifeline
support when you feel overwhelmed, unsafe with yourself, or need someone immediately.
24/7 / aboriginal and torres strait islander
13yarn
culturally safe crisis support from aboriginal and torres strait islander crisis supporters.
affirming care / practical support
care, information & family support.
violence counselling / over 16shine sa / with respectfree specialist counselling for lgbtiqa+ people affected by family, domestic, or sexual violence · 08 8300 5300
health directorytrans health satrans-friendly health, mental health, specialist, regional, and telehealth services.
free preliminary legal helplegal services commission sainformation, advice and referrals, including intervention and tenancy matters · 1300 366 424
young people and familiestranscend australiasupport and navigation for trans and gender-diverse young people and their families.
finding affirming caretranshub / finding a doctorinformation on finding a supportive doctor, plus questions you can ask before an appointment.
community / australia-widetrans.aua community-led directory of services, groups and supportive businesses across australia.
phone numbers and listed hours checked 26 september 2026. hours and availability can change. if a listed service does not feel safe or suitable, you are allowed to try another one.