Sportello Marielle - English
Sportello Marielle
Marielle Franco was a black, poor, feminist activist, anti-racist,
non-heterosexual woman, who was born and raised in a slum.
The anti-violence center welcomes
ALL WOMEN
If you are 18-25 years old and you need support because you are suffering violence,
you are not at ease with some situations based on your gender,
or you want to ask for information,
you can come to the Sportello Marielle.
The Desk (Sportello)
It is dedicated to Marielle Franco who was an activist for feminism and a symbol of the different identities that women* can express. Besides, she always fought for women’s freedom in relationships and for their self-determination.
For many young women*, the years between 18 and 25 are a stage in life which is rich in experiences, opportunities, and personal and relational challenges. In this crucial moment, violence may be present and it puts in danger young women* right to enjoy an autonomous, free and independent life.
The Sportello supports and helps women* who suffer violence in all kinds of relationships, whether they are intimate or not, to assist them in the creation of positive and free relationships.
How does the Sportello work?
You can call the toll-free number 800 81 46 81 from Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 8 pm, or send an email to
In the first meeting with us, you will have the time and space to share your experience and let us understand if and how we can support you in an awareness, autonomy and wellness path.
Our support is completely free and none of your data will be shared without your consent, consistently with feminist anti-violence centers practices. If you will need it, we collaborate with the local family counselling services, socio-sanitary services and other territorial services.
For which situations may I call?
- If you suffer or suffered violence*
- In an intimate relationship;
- At the university o at work;
- From people who are close to you (family, friends, acquaintances, co-habitants, sports team…), even if there are no intimate relationships;
- From unknown people or people you met occasionally;
- If you are suffering discriminations based on your gender;
- If you need information on the local services and you don’t know who to contact.
* There are several forms of violence, and they are not always recognisable. If you have any doubts you can call to let us understand your situation.
You can contact us even if you are not stable in Padua, for instance because you are studying or working temporarily here, and even if you are not fluent in Italian: our team is multilingual.
Contacts
The desk is open on Tuesday, from 10 to 12 am, and from 2 to 4 pm. It is in Piazza Capitaniato, 19, second floor and you can access by arranging an appointment.
You can call us from Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 8 pm. The free-toll number is 800 81 46 81 and we will find a moment just for you.
For further information:
Website: www.centrodonnapadova.it
FB: Centro Donna Padova Auser
IG: centrovenetoprogettidonna
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the people in the anti-violence center believe me?
YES
Will the anti-violence center force me to report the violence to the authorities?
NO
f I call the anti-violence center, will they tell someone?
NO
Will the anti-violence center do anything for my situation without my consent?
NO
May I call the anti-violence center and don’t say my name?
YES
I’m not sure I’m living a situation of violence. May I call the anti-violence center anyway?
YES