Galop & Men's Advice Line — support for LGBT+ people and male victims of domestic abuse
REVIEWED BY: Sean McNamara on 2026-08-27
What these services are
Domestic abuse affects people of every gender and sexuality — and specialist services exist:
- Galop — the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity: helpline 0800 999 5428 for LGBT+ people experiencing domestic abuse, sexual violence or hate crime (galop.org.uk)
- Men's Advice Line: 0808 801 0327 — for men experiencing domestic abuse from a partner or family member (weekdays; webchat available) — respect.phoenixways.org.uk / mensadviceline.org.uk
- National Rape Crisis helpline: 0808 802 9999 — sexual violence support, all genders
How to use them
- Call or use webchat; services are confidential and will not judge
- They understand the specific dynamics (e.g. threats to out someone; abuse within same-sex relationships; disbelief men often face) and can refer to friendly local services
How this fits your family court case
- Abuse evidence opens the legal aid gateway and supports FL401 protective orders — see our guides
- Abuse is an exemption from the MIAM requirement — you can go straight to court
- Tell your Family Court Adviser (Cafcass) — safeguarding is their first duty
Official links
- Galop: https://galop.org.uk
- Men's Advice Line: https://mensadviceline.org.uk
- Rape Crisis: https://rapecrisis.org.uk
This page is general information, not legal advice. YourFamilyCase.co.uk is an independent information directory and is not affiliated with these charities.
Content verified against the official HMCTS court directory, gov.uk forms and fees pages, and the professional body registers (SRA, FMC, Bar Council). Last reviewed September 2026.