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Befrienders Mauritius

Befrienders Mauritius provides free and confidential emotional support to individuals experiencing distress, particularly those contemplating suicide.

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Services offered
  • Free and confidential listening and support through our hotlines
  • Emotional and psychological support
  • Face-to-face listening
  • Awareness campaigns on suicide prevention across the island
  • Training of new volunteers
  • Training

 

Beneficiaries:

  • People with suicidal tendencies
  • Anyone in need of listening and support
History

Founded in 1995 by Dr. Ibhoo Mansoor, Ibrahim Sheik Yusuf, and others passionate about suicide prevention, Befrienders Mauritius is affiliated with Befrienders Worldwide, an organisation present in over 130 countries.

Objectives

We aim to provide confidential and anonymous emotional support, allowing people to explore their feelings of distress. We ensure individuals feel listened to and valued, empowering them to build resilience and make positive life decisions. Our goal is to eliminate suicide in Mauritius.

Main achievements

We have contributed to reducing the number of individuals with suicidal tendencies in Mauritius. Over a thousand volunteers have been trained and serve as our ambassadors across the island. Additionally, we have raised awareness among thousands of people about the signs and symptoms of suicidal tendencies.

Sources of funding

Befrienders Mauritius receives financial support through:

  • The National Social Inclusion Foundation (NSIF)
  • Sponsorships
  • An annual fundraising drive