New contact point for women in need: Federal Police at the Ostbahnhof

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Die Bundespolizei hat in Berlin eine neue Anlaufstelle für Frauen eröffnet, die Opfer von Gewalt wurden. Rund um die Uhr stehen geschulte Polizistinnen bereit.
The federal police opened a new point of contact for women in Berlin that were victims of violence. Trained police officers are ready around the clock. (Symbolbild/MB)

New support for female victims of violence in Berlin

With the opening of a new contact point for women who have experienced violence, the Federal Police sets an important sign in Berlin.

15.08.2024

Important development for the security of women

The new contact point "Violence against Women" of the Federal Police opened at the Ostbahnhof in Berlin. This initiative is crucial to offer female victims of violence a safe and accessible contact point. The decision to place the facility in a busy area was made to enable women to seek help inconspicuously.

available around the clock

The contact point is open around the clock and is looked after by trained police officers. These specialists not only offer support in reporting crimes, but are also available as contact persons to provide the women concerned the necessary help. This creates a safe environment where women can feel comfortable and protected.

planned expansion to Cologne

In the course of the year, the federal police plans to open another similar contact point at Cologne Central Station. This shows the progressive use of the authorities in order to increase protection against violence and women in emergencies to offer a faster and uncomplicated opportunity to get help.

The importance of this initiative

The opening of this point of contact is not only a significant step in the fight against violence against women, but also a signal to society that the topic is taken seriously. By offering women a place where they can feel safe, an important contribution to the prevention of violence is made.

a first step in the right direction

This measure is rated by many as progress in sensitization to violence against women. It remains to be hoped that further such initiatives will follow and the awareness of this problem will further increase in society. With this institution, the federal police show that the protection and support of victims of violence is very important.

- Nag