Tackling harm and abuse

We believe that no one should face harm or abuse.

Alongside our flagship programmes, we partner with experts to drive meaningful change through high-profile campaigns, influential events, and employee volunteering.

We have also commissioned extensive research to deepen our understanding of how best to tackle abuse - both in the workplace and beyond.

We pool our expertise with Vodafone to create pioneering initiatives that support employees experiencing domestic abuse. Through this, Vodafone became the first company to launch a comprehensive global domestic abuse policy.

Flagship programmes

Bright Sky

Bright Sky is an easy-to-use app and website that provides practical support and information on how to respond to domestic abuse. Bright Sky is for anyone experiencing domestic abuse, or anyone worried about someone they know.

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Zoteria

Zoteria enabled people to access vital and reliable support services and confidentially report incidents directly to our partner Galop, either for themselves or on behalf of someone else.

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Local apps

While Vodafone Group Foundation develops global apps designed for scale (such as Bright Sky) individual Vodafone markets also create and manage locally tailored apps that address specific regional needs. A list of these locally developed apps can be found below.

ISIK

Easy Rescue is an app designed to support women facing violence. It offers both emergency help and tools to raise awareness about gender-based violence. Developed by Vodafone Turkey Foundation.

Visit the Easy Rescue website

GBVCC

Available in South Africa, GBVCC is a 24/7 support service, connecting people affected by domestic violence and abuse to professional social workers that can provide counselling. If the user is in imminent danger, the social worker can track the victim and inform the police.

SMS 3060

Vodafone Foundation Portugal, in partnership with the Portuguese Government , launched SMS Line 3060 to enable safe, private and anonymous communication between domestic violence victims and support services.

House

The Nokaneng app informs users in Lesotho about the different forms of gender based violence, their rights and the available support services, as well as protection tools such as a sound alarm and emergency SMS, and a safe space for conversation, support and advice.

Amber

Available in India, MyAmbar is an app for victims of sexual violence. Developed by Vodafone Idea Foundation, the app helps victims understand and make informed choices about their situation.

Knowledge hub

Same Side Conversation Guide

A Blueprint for Smarter Aid

Discussions around new funding models in the development sector have dominated discussions at UNGA this year. So Lisa Felton, Managing Director of Vodafone Foundation has been considering what a blueprint for future funding could look like, based on the Foundationâ€™s experience, especially the m-mama programme which has demonstrated a different approach, by delivering national, government-funded maternal emergency transport at a fraction of traditional costs, and now scaling across Africa. Read on to understand how smarter philanthropy can deliver lasting results.

Adapting digital development solutions to a +1.5Â°C world

A new report from Vodafone Foundation delivers a bold new blueprint for more climate-resilient digital development. Learn more.

Vodafone Foundation achieves goal to improve 300 million lives by 2025

Vodafone Foundation is celebrating after reaching its ambitious goal to improve 300 million lives by the end of 2025.

Mobile apps can increase LGBTQ+ hate reporting and support

In the UKâ€™s National Hate Crime Awareness Week, a new report highlights the rising incidences of hate crimes against the countryâ€™s LGBTQ+ community; the report argues that technology can play a vital role in supporting individuals to disclose more information about both criminal and non-criminal hate incidents involving LGBTQ+ people.