RISE in Blue
For SAPS personnel
The South African Police Service and Rise Against Domestic Violence SA have joined forces to provide safe, confidential, online, free and trauma informed support for SAPS nationwide.
Approved by the Provincial Commissioner: KwaZulu Natal
Support that is private, structured and built for the reality SAPS personnel face.
RISE in Blue offers confidential online support for SAPS personnel experiencing any form of domestic violence, or members seeking help for a colleague who needs a safe, private space to talk.
Two access points. One confidential process.
Send a WhatsApp
Use the verified RISE in Blue WhatsApp route. This number is handled directly by the Founder.
WhatsApp RISE in BlueOr send an email
Email RISE in Blue if that feels safer or more structured for you.
blue@riseagainstdomesticviolence.co.zaComplete intake
You will be asked to complete a short, confidential screening questionnaire.
Open intake formReceive the right support
Intake helps ensure your safety needs are assessed and the group remains secure and protected.
After intake, you enter a structured support system.
Each space has a purpose. Each role is defined. SAPS personnel can receive one on one support, group support, or both, depending on what feels safest and what is needed.
SAPS personnel can be part of the support groups, receive one on one support, or use both depending on what is appropriate and safe for their situation.
RISE in Blue is supported by trauma informed counsellors, social workers, legal volunteers, attorneys, interns and trained support volunteers. The purpose is to make sure SAPS personnel are not left trying to figure everything out alone. Support is structured, monitored and guided by people who understand domestic violence, safety, boundaries and the need for confidential help.
SAPS personnel can join the legal advice space and ask questions. Legal volunteers offer legal advice and guidance on the Domestic Violence Act, protection order procedures, SAPS internal processes, firearm implications under Section 102 and Section 103 of the Firearms Control Act, rights, remedies and available options.
Trauma informed counsellors and counselling interns offer confidential online scheduled sessions. This gives SAPS personnel a safer space to speak, be heard, receive emotional support and start making sense of what they are facing without judgement or exposure.
The women’s support group is a private peer support space for survivors. It is safe, monitored and informative. Members can receive support, share carefully, learn from others and be reminded that they do not have to move through this alone.
The men’s support group is a private peer support space for SAPS men who need support, guidance and a safer place to speak. It is monitored, respectful and informative. One on one support can also be offered where needed.
General support is available over and above the group spaces. It may include one on one guidance, practical direction, help understanding the process, support with next steps and overall guidance for SAPS personnel who need help but are not sure where to begin.
If you are in immediate danger
Contact SAPS Crime Stop on 08600 10111, the Women Abuse Helpline on 0800 150 150, or report to any SAPS station. It does not have to be your own station.
Start where you feel safest.
WhatsApp, email or complete the intake form. The process is confidential, structured and handled with care.