Every third week, a woman dies as a result of domestic violence.
Qasa has started HusFrid, so that more women and children affected by violence can receive help finding a new home.
Do you need help finding a new home due to domestic violence?
Domestic violence is a significant societal issue that primarily affects thousands of women and children across Sweden. Often, this violence leads to financial difficulties that make it challenging to move. Due to the limited availability and opportunities within the municipal housing queue, many are forced to remain in violent situations against their will.
The latest fatality review also shows that a recurring problem was that victims did not receive help to relocate to a permanent residence to escape the perpetrator. This is why Qasa, the leading platform for housing rentals in Sweden, have launched the initiative HusFrid, to help victims of domestic violence find a new home.
Starting a new life far from the abuser is difficult. Victims of domestic violence often lack the financial resources or the support network to move beyond their current neighborhood. It can be difficult to afford a deposit and to get in touch with a landlord. Additionally, to obtain a rental lease with a protected identity can be complicated.
The housing shortage should not stand in the way of living a life free from violence.
Kontakta socialtjänsten där du bor
Socialtjänstens relationsvåldsteam i den stadsdelsförvaltning du bor i kan ge dig stöd och hjälp med skyddat boende. Just nu stöttar Qasa våldsutsatta kvinnor i Hässelby-Vällingy, Hägersten-Älvsjö, Bromma, Södermalm och Skärholmen.
Around 200,000 children live in homes where there are different types of violence.
Qasa is Sweden’s leading rental service.
We mediate 150,000 homes per year across the country.
We fight the housing crisis and re-engineer the housing experience so people can spend less time finding a place and more time feeling at home.
About HusFrid
Free Legal Assistance and Advice
In collaboration with Elisabeth Massi Fritz, one of Sweden's leading criminal defense attorneys, and Advokatbyrån Elisabeth Fritz, you, as a victim of crime, are offered a free 15-minute consultation regarding your rights, criminal law, and family law.
Contact
08-21 15 60 / 0708 67 07 24
All days (also by text message)
elisabeth.fritz@advokatfritz.com
Do You Need Urgent Help?
If you have been subjected to physical violence or sexual assault, contact a healthcare center or an emergency clinic. In case of imminent danger, call 112 right away.
You can also turn to Unizon, which brings together support organizations. All available support centers can be found at unizonjourer.se.
HusFrid is a project initiated by Qasa to help victims of domestic violence in Stockholm. We are looking for new partners who want to contribute to reducing domestic violence. If you have any questions about the initiative or would like to collaborate with us, please contact:
Isabelle Purits
Communications Director
husfrid@qasa.se
How Can I Support The Initiative?
About Qasa
Homes Free from Violence
We help victims of domestic violence in Stockholm find a quicker path to a new home. Are you experiencing violence and in need of assistance with a safe place to live? Contact Social Services or a women’s shelter in your area.