If you are in a life-threatening situation, call 112 or go to the nearest police station.

Collectively we can recapture strength and hope

We help people who face violence at home and at school. We are here. We listen. We help. We walk together toward a brighter future.

KRS 0000978382  |  1.5% Tax: KRS 0000 978 382
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91,330
People experienced domestic violence in Poland in 2025
Source: Polish National Police Headquarters
4
Core areas of support
100%
Confidential & free of charge

Where do you wish to start?

Fundraising programs

Your kindness is what enables us to do our work. Every little donation gets people one step closer to safety and a new beginning.

Rescuing the Foundation’s Website

Support our initiative to sustain and expand this web tool, which connects victims of violence with the support they need.

10,599 zł raised Goal: 30,000 zł

Help us regain our security and begin our new life

Direct assistance to people and families fleeing violence as they attempt to rebuild their lives from scratch.

23 zł raised Goal: 8,400 zł

Second chance for victims of violence

A comprehensive support program offering psychological assistance, Legal Advising, and safe housing for people starting over.

10 zł raised Goal: 50,000 zł
Official Public Collection Nr 2026/482/OR

END VIOLENCE — Public Art 2026

The registered collection is being conducted in the Pomeranian Voivodeship from January 31, 2026, to January 31, 2027. Donation boxes have been placed at participating locations.

Registered at: zbiorki.gov.pl  |  Organizer: Fundacja Wspierających Sercem "Efekt Motyla"

Help our beneficiaries

Psychological Assistance

Psychological counseling services provided by specialists for individuals experiencing violence and their families.

Crisis Management

Immediate intervention, stabilization, and a way forward for individuals in a state of crisis.

Education Activities

Educational programs in schools and communities to prevent violence and raise awareness.

Safe Space

A friendly and confidential place where women and children find safe haven from abuse.

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Four supports for success

Our services are available to everyone affected by violence, because healing requires different forms of support.

Psychological Assistance

Psychologist free consultation for those suffering from violence and their family members. We help you to deal with trauma and regain your emotional balance.

Legal Advising

Legal assistance and information about your rights. We help you understand the law and take the appropriate next step.

Safe Haven

Short-term housing and assistance at a safe location for individuals experiencing difficult situations. Shelter from home when it is no longer safe.

Education & Prevention

We work in communities and schools to prevent violence and raise awareness. We teach respect, empathy, and healthy relationships

How you could help

You don’t need special skills to make a difference. Here’s how you can help us achieve our mission.

Make a donation

You can help us directly by transferring money into our foundation’s bank account.

Activities We Share

Tell everyone about our organization. We will reach more people through sharing.

Help Us Connect With People

But if you know someone who needs help, let them know that we are here. No one should have to suffer in silence.

Transfer 1.5% Tax

Donation of 1.5% from your income tax to our foundation. KRS: 0000 978 382. It costs you nothing.

Working together, we can speak out

Violence loves isolation. By speaking up, listening, and supporting one another, we build a community where nobody has to endure alone. Come be a part of our community on Facebook.

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Publications

Resources and articles to help you understand violence, its impact, and what we can all do to help end it.

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Article

Changes in Hormones and Stress Among Violence Victims

Understanding the effects of stress on the body and how the body responds to stress.

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Article

Thirteen Characteristics of Powerful Women

Celebrating resilience and the strengths that enable women to move past hardships and build new lives.

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Article

The Role of the Witness in Cyberbullying

Why the role of bystanders matters and how intervention can help prevent digital violence from escalating.

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Article

AI as a Weapon Against Domestic Violence

The use of technology and artificial intelligence in recognizing, preventing, and responding to abuse.

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Sponsors & Partners

We are currently seeking sponsors and partners to support our mission. If you or your organization would like to help, please contact us.