03/24/2026
Wow, I did not know thisโฆ good information! We really do need to watch out and reach out for and to one another ๐
Many of us know people in our lives who are victims of interpersonal violence (IPV). The Signal for Help is a simple one-handed gesture you can use to silently show you need help and want someone to check in with you in a safe way. It might be useful in a video call. The Signal for Help is a powerful tool that can make a life-saving difference to those facing IPV. 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.
By spreading awareness of the Signal for Help and learning how to respond to it, we can all play a part in creating safer communities and supporting survivors. Together, we can change the culture around domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and gender-based violence.
You can take action by becoming a Signal for Help Responder and spreading the word about this safety signal through your social media channels, workplace and community groups.
Read more about this helpful tool and start the conversations with people in your life:https://canadianwomen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/SFHR-Action-Guide_English_03.03.2025.pdf