- Janice Reiner
The "Signal for Help" is a tool to help those experiencing gender-based violence, created by the Canadian Women's Foundation. It's a simple one-handed gesture someone can use, without leaving a digital trace, to communicate they need someone to safely check in and support them.
Learn about the hand "Signal for Help" and tips on how to respond if you see it at the website for the Canadian Women's Foundation: www.canadianwomen.org > Get Involved > Signal for Help.
If you see the Signal for Help:
- Reach out to the person safely.
- Be supportive: acknowledge their experience, listen, and let them tell you what they need.
- Refer them to services or offer resources, as needed.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency services (police, fire, ambulance).
The Signal for Help is a powerful tool that can make a life-saving difference to those facing domestic violence or gender-based violence. This gesture acts as a discreet safety signal or emergency signal that can be used in various situations to indicate that someone should check in with you.
