What is Befrienders Worldwide?
Befrienders Worldwide is the leading global network of centres dedicated to supporting those suffering with loneliness, despair, and suicidal distress. As a charity, we unite support centres across the world who provide a safe, non-judgmental space for anyone to explore their feelings in strict confidence. While the world moves toward automated support, we ensure the global standard for emotional support remains human-first by providing specialist training, hosting international conferences, and fostering a worldwide community of practice.
About Us
Learn how, as a UK charity, Befrienders Worldwide unites independent crisis centres across the world to ensure standard, high-quality care is accessible to anyone in need.
Seafarers Helpline
Access a vital, 24/7 confidential helpline tailored to support global seafarers living with emotional distress, extreme isolation, and mental health crises while they are navigating the open ocean.
Donate now
Your financial support is critical to funding the technology, volunteer training, and charity infrastructure required to keep life-saving crisis helplines operating across the world every single day.
How Befrienders Worldwide helps
We have helped
1,200,000
people in the past 12 months
We have supported people in
193
countries
Our help centres aid people in
44
languages
The Befrienders Worldwide Membership
Join a network of 35 centres sharing knowledge, standards, and a single mission: to ensure nobody faces their darkest hour alone.
Resources
Soli Simul — Alone, Together.
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