What to do if you suspect of a case of child abuse?

If you are not friends with the person, try to befriend them, and earn their trust. These children even though they hide it, they want to deep down talk to someone or seek an escape. If you feel the person is in immediate danger, seek help from a trusted adult.​

What if your friend opens up to you about the abuse? What do you do?

This video shows what Dr. Margarida Mendes believes would be the right approach to this situation. 

Who can you contact?

SOS Children: Child abuse (SOS - Criança) Tel: 800 202 651 Tel: 217 931 617
Child Helpline: (Recados da Criança) Line open Monday to Friday 09:30-17:30; Tel: 800 206 656