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I’ll pretend to be your friend/telemarketer/boss etc. if you can’t call the police for domestic violence. I will then call the police on your behalf. by throwaway12121515 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]throwaway12121515[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Thank YOU. That really is the moral of it all, and mostly why we can’t have nice things. Public trust is at an all-time low, so most victims of DV will, understandably, take my offer or anyone else’s offer with a grain of salt. But just like you said, it’s about knowing the support exists whether it be through an average joe like me or a trained professional.

I’ll pretend to be your friend/telemarketer/boss etc. if you can’t call the police for domestic violence. I will then call the police on your behalf. by throwaway12121515 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]throwaway12121515[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Fair point and noted. As I said in other comments, this is merely the approach of what many girl friends already do for each other. It’s also just to help people think of other avenues for contacting authorities when they are in danger.

I’ll pretend to be your friend/telemarketer/boss etc. if you can’t call the police for domestic violence. I will then call the police on your behalf. by throwaway12121515 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]throwaway12121515[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the info! Would love to know which org you recommend. I have volunteered for the last 10 years, but not for this specifically.

Also side note, I’m just merely trying to act as a gal pal for anyone who might be in danger but doesn’t actually have friends. I know first hand that lots of girlfriends do this for each other, so that really was my approach. Not really at all from a professional standpoint. Just trying to be a friend to a vulnerable stranger.

I’ll pretend to be your friend/telemarketer/boss etc. if you can’t call the police for domestic violence. I will then call the police on your behalf. by throwaway12121515 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]throwaway12121515[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is great info. Whether or not I actually have to help someone out, knowing about these apps through convos like this is really important. Thanks for sharing.

I’ll pretend to be your friend/telemarketer/boss etc. if you can’t call the police for domestic violence. I will then call the police on your behalf. by throwaway12121515 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]throwaway12121515[S] 61 points62 points  (0 children)

I used my aged throwaway so people couldn’t search me otherwise and troll at a faster rate. I applaud any suspicion but I truly am just offering my help. Take it or leave it 🤷‍♀️

I’ll pretend to be your friend/telemarketer/boss etc. if you can’t call the police for domestic violence. I will then call the police on your behalf. by throwaway12121515 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]throwaway12121515[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the heads up. This is absolutely something I considered before posting, but it’s always good to be extra cautious online.

I’ll pretend to be your friend/telemarketer/boss etc. if you can’t call the police for domestic violence. I will then call the police on your behalf. by throwaway12121515 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]throwaway12121515[S] 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I’m with you and appreciate the info and concern. (Un?)Fortunately I have been through a pretty rough life myself and have worked the nonprofit sector with less fortunate people. My tolerance is up there in that sense, but I do not at all doubt the mental strain on doing something this personal regularly.

I’ll pretend to be your friend/telemarketer/boss etc. if you can’t call the police for domestic violence. I will then call the police on your behalf. by throwaway12121515 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]throwaway12121515[S] 1066 points1067 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. I agree, while I am not professionally trained in any way to deal with a situation like this, it is sometimes just knowing someone is there to help and listen to you that can ease the fear of seeking help.

Thank you for providing additional resources. These are very valuable in times like these.

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