At PridePakistan.org, we know that in moments of extreme crisis, whether you are facing physical violence, a forced marriage, or thoughts of self-harm—finding help can feel impossible. Please remember that our organization does not have its own rescue teams; we rely on these public services to keep you safe.
| Category | Service | Number | Why Contact This Number? |
| Life & Safety | Police Emergency | 15 | For immediate physical danger, theft, or assault. |
| All-in-One Rescue | Rescue 1122 | 1122 | Primary contact for ambulance, fire, or disaster rescue (Best in Punjab/KPK). |
| Ambulance (NGO) | Edhi Foundation | 115 | Reliable, nationwide medical transport. |
| Ambulance (NGO) | Chhipa | 1020 | Extremely fast emergency transport (Best in Karachi/Sindh). |
| Ambulance (Private) | Aman Ambulance | 1021 | Advanced life-support medical emergencies. |
| Fire Emergency | Fire Brigade | 16 | For active fire situations if 1122 is unavailable. |
| Online Safety | FIA Cybercrime | 1991 | If you are being blackmailed, harassed online, or your private photos are being leaked. |
| Human Rights | MO Human Rights | 1099 | To report illegal confinement, forced marriage, or torture. |
| Child Safety | Child Protection | 1121 | For those under 18 facing family violence or abuse. |
| Mental Health | Humraaz (Govt) | 1166 | For suicide prevention and immediate psychological support. |
| Security (Rural) | Rangers | 1101 | For security assistance in areas where Rangers are active. |
| Security (Border) | Coast Guards | 1102 | For emergencies in coastal rural regions. |
🛡️ Your Safety Protocol
In any emergency call to 15 or 1122, you do not need to disclose your sexual orientation or gender identity. Focus on the physical threat: State clearly if you are being attacked, if there is a medical emergency, or if you are being held against your will.
- Privacy is protection: Keep your identity private during the initial call to ensure responders arrive quickly without bias.
🚨 Emergency Contacts by Region
While 1122 (Rescue) and 15 (Police) are the standard for most of Pakistan, here are the specific contacts for administrative and rural territories:
Federal & Northern Territories
- Islamabad (ICT): Police: 15 or (051) 9102108
- Rescue/Ambulance: 1122
- Gilgit-Baltistan (GB): Police: 15
- Rescue 1122: Active in major districts like Gilgit and Skardu.
- Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK): Police: 15
- Rescue 1122: Dial 1122 for ambulance and disaster relief.
Rural and Border Area Assistance (Army/Paramilitary)
In remote or rural areas where police presence may be thin, these paramilitary forces often provide security:
- Rangers (Sindh/Punjab): 1101
- Frontier Corps (KPK/Balochistan): Contact local checkposts or dial 1122 to be routed to the nearest security assistance.
- Coast Guards (Coastal Rural areas): 1102
👮 Tahafuz Centers & Specialized Police Support
If you feel you must disclose your queer identity to seek protection, we recommend visiting a Tahafuz Center (Protection Center). These are specialized desks within police stations designed to support marginalized groups.
While these desks are specifically for transgender individuals, the officers there are often trained to be more empathetic. You may find it safer to speak with a Transgender Police Officer about your situation than a regular officer.
- Rawalpindi: Tahafuz Center, Police Lines HQ.
- Contact: (051) 9292675
- Lahore: Multiple “Meesaq” and “Tahafuz” centers (e.g., Liberty Khidmat Markaz).
- Multan: Tahafuz Center at Police Lines Multan.
- Karachi: Gender Protection Unit at various Model Police Stations.
Advice: When approaching these centers, you can ask to speak specifically with the Transgender Victim Support Officer (TVSO). While you may be gay or lesbian, these officers are your best chance for a non-judgmental hearing within the police system.
⚖️ Human Rights & Child Protection
If your rights are being violated by your family (forced marriage, conversion therapy, or confinement), use these official oversight numbers:
- Ministry of Human Rights Helpline: 1099 (National)
- Child Protection & Welfare (For those under 18): 1121
- FIA Cybercrime (Blackmailing/Online Harassment): 1991
💚 Mental Health & Suicidal Thoughts
If the psychological pressure of forced marriage or family stigma feels unbearable, please do not give up. You are loved, and your life has immense value. If you are having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit our dedicated support section immediately for professional, discreet help:
CLICK HERE FOR PRIDEPAKISTAN MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Direct Helplines for Crisis:
- Humraaz (Govt Mental Health): 1166
- Taskeen Helpline: 0316-8275336
- Umang Suicide Prevention: 0311-7786264
📝 Report an Incident
If you have used any of these services and faced discrimination or been refused help because of your identity, please let us know. We document these cases to fight for better protections for the LGBTQIA+ community in Pakistan.
