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National Male Survivor Helpline Shortlisted for Helpline of the Year
Safeline is proud to announce that the National Male Survivor Helpline has been shortlisted for Helpline of the Year by the Helplines Partnership, recognising its life-changing support for male survivors of sexual abuse across the UK.
Your helpline is the absolute best; it is an incredible gift to have a male helpline. I have overdosed 3 times in the last 2 years and feel had I not found Safeline, I would be dead
Adult Male
National Male Survivor Helpline Shortlisted for Helpline of the Year Following Successful Campaign to Save It
Earlier this year, the helpline faced closure after government funding from was unexpectedly withdrawn. In response, Safeline launched a nationwide campaign to save the service—mobilising survivors, supporters, and advocates to speak out. Channel 4 and the BBC covered the story and spoke to helpline users for their perspective. Thanks to their coverage and public support, the helpline was kept open, continuing to provide vital emotional and practical support to thousands of men and boys.
Donate to the Male Helpline‘This nomination is more than an honour—it’s a testament to the resilience of survivors’ said Neil Henderson, CEO of Safeline. ‘Male survivors often feel invisible and unheard. This helpline gives them a voice, a lifeline, and a safe space to begin healing.’
The National Male Survivor Helpline offers confidential and specialist support via phone, text, email and online chat. It is staffed by trained professionals who understand the unique challenges male survivors face, including stigma, shame, and silence.
I could converse freely and with absolute understanding and compassion and insight from the counsellor about all sorts of things from dissociation, mental illness, sexual assault and abuse and my ultimately very negative and damaging experiences of psychiatry’
Adult Male
Safeline National Male Survivor Helpline and Online Support
Helpline: 0808 800 5005
Text: 07860 065 187
The Helplines Partnership Awards celebrate excellence in helpline services across the UK. Winners will be announced at the annual ceremony on Thursday 6 November 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Manchester.
Safeline continues to advocate for long-term funding to ensure the helpline’s future. “We saved it once,” said Neil Henderson. “Now we need to secure it—for every man and boy who need to know they’re not alone. At Safeline, we believe you, we listen, and we hear you.’
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This award celebrates the most outstanding helpline service, recognising excellence in providing support and guidance to those who need it most. It honours a helpline that has demonstrated exceptional performance, high-quality service, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The Shortlisted Helplines:
Age UK National Benefits Service Helpline
Compassion in Dying Helpline
Nacoa Helpline
Safeline National Male Survivor Helpline and Online Service
Self Injury Support Helpline
SWGfl Revenge Porn Helpline
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Safeline is also very proud of Dan, who has been shortlisted by the Helplines Partnership for Employee of the Year 2025.
This category celebrates the people behind the helplines whose dedication, compassion and commitment make an impact every day.
The Employee of the Year shortlist:
Jamie Brett, Nacoa UK—the National Association for Children of Alcoholics
Donna Craine, Humanists UK
Andrea Pereira, SNAP
Dan, Safeline UK
Melissa Wylie, Rural Support
Marni Yard, Beat