Be protected from violence
We offer consultations from a social worker, psychologist, lawyer and other specialists to victims of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, human trafficking and sexual exploitation.
Call us
Riga +371 67 378 539
Liepaja +371 29 195 442
Rezekne +371 25 648 595
You have the right to request temporary protection from an abuser. The MARTA Center will help you prepare the necessary documents, provide legal advice and support throughout the process.
In what situations can the MARTA Center provide assistance and support?
If you are in an abusive relationship or have experienced abuse – physical, emotional, sexual, economic, violent control or stalking. Making threats can also be a sign of abuse.
If you have been a victim of sexual exploitation, labor exploitation, sham marriages, or other forms of human trafficking.
Questions and answers
We understand that exposure to violence or human trafficking can bring up many uncertainties, questions, and concerns.
In this section, we have compiled frequently asked questions and answers to help you understand what to do, where to go for help, and how to protect yourself or others.
If you can't find the answer to your question, feel free to contact us - we're here to help you.
You need to constantly adapt to your partner's mood to avoid angering or "burning out."
You feel the tension at home – the air is thick, any little thing can "detonate" your partner.
Your partner denies his aggression, but is visibly seething with anger – he blames you for exaggerating or provoking him.
He manipulates you, makes you feel guilty, makes you doubt yourself.
You notice that you feel ashamed about what's happening at home and try to hide it from others.
You feel like you need to change, that you are “too emotional” or “not good enough.”
Your partner makes hidden threats, for example, demonstratively sharpening a knife and placing it on the table while looking you in the eye.
Your partner threatens to hurt your pet because you "don't know how to behave."
Your partner easily turns from aggressor to victim, feels sorry for themselves, and you feel sorry for them too;
After an episode of violence, there is a "honeymoon" - the partner becomes caring, gives flowers, promises to never behave like that again... until next time.
Your partner controls your income or prevents you from working.
Your partner doesn't let you make financial decisions or threatens to punish you financially, doesn't give you money.
You feel that you are financially dependent on him and that you won't be able to cope without him.
The partner throws things, breaks furniture, physically attacks, hits, strangles, pushes.
Your partner's anger seems unpredictable, and a small thing is enough to start a fight.
You try to avoid physical confrontation, but it doesn't help.
He forces you to have sex when you don't want to.
Dissent is ignored, manipulated, or punished.
You feel guilty when you refuse.
You often ask yourself, “What am I doing wrong?” or “How can I change this?”
You feel like you're alone, have nowhere to go, and it's better to settle than to try to survive alone.
You keep quiet about the violence, tell your friends and colleagues made-up stories about the bruises, and hide the truth.
More information: For victims of violence
If you are suffering from domestic or relationship violence – seek help at the MARTA Center!
No person deserves to live in fear, constant control, or suffering.Violence is not a private matter – it is a violation that threatens your health, safety, and dignity.
Contact us on weekdays from 10:00 to 18:00:
In Riga
+371 67 378 539
centrs@marta.lvIn Liepaja
+371 29 195 442
centrs@martaliepaja.lvIn Rezekne
+371 25 648 595
rezekne@marta.lvMore information: For victims of violence
Confidentiality is maintained when providing services.
If you have experienced forced labor or sexual exploitation – seek help at the MARTA Center!
Victims of human trafficking are provided with free social rehabilitation services – up to 180 days (can be extended if necessary). Services are tailored to the needs of each person and are provided confidentially, in a safe environment.
Help available:
Individual consultations
Support in criminal proceedings
Life skills restoration
Family support
Repatriation from abroad
To receive help, you do not need to have official status as a "victim of human trafficking" - suspicion or personal experience is enough.
More information: For victims of human trafficking
MARTA Center provides free help and support to people suffering from domestic violence, partner violence or human trafficking. We offer an individual approach to each case and the opportunity to receive psychological, legal and social support.
Consultations with specialists at the MARTA Center can also be received for a fee or with a co-payment. The co-payment can be covered by funds donated by the MARTA Center. The amount of payment can be agreed individually with the social worker.
More information: Services
Yes, it is possible to receive assistance if you are in Latvia.
