Child helpline · New Zealand
Verified 30 Oct 2026Youthline
Free call 0800 376 633, free text 234, or webchat
A helpline for young people in New Zealand, by phone, text, webchat or WhatsApp, at any time.
- Run by Youthline
- When 24/7
Self-harm or mental health concerns
These are services that can act on this kind of situation in New Zealand. Each listing shows when we last checked it.
If a child is in danger now, call emergency services in New Zealand.
In New Zealand
International
Directory of services · International
Verified 30 Oct 2026Find a child helpline in your country
A directory of child helplines around the world, listed by country with their contact details. Child helplines are run by organisations in each country to listen to and support children and young people.
- Run by Child Helpline International
Directory of services · International
Verified 30 Oct 2026Find A Helpline
A directory of free, confidential helplines and crisis lines in many countries, searchable by country and by topic, for emotional support and crisis situations including thoughts of suicide.
- Run by ThroughLine
If you are thinking about suicide
Please talk to someone now. A crisis line can listen without judging, and you can stay anonymous. If you might act on these thoughts soon, call the emergency number or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.