United Kingdom
Protect
UK whistleblowing charity providing free and confidential practical and legal advice on raising concerns, retaliation and whistleblower protections.
Advice line & contact →Whistleblower Support Hub
Speak up.You are not alone.
Independent signposting. Practical guidance. Real options.
A dedicated resource hub for people considering raising concerns, those who have already spoken up, and those facing retaliation, uncertainty or isolation afterwards.
01No fees. No costs. Ever.RCC does not charge anyone to use this support hub or directory.
02No case intakeYou do not need to identify yourself or submit evidence to use this resource.
03Independent navigationFind specialist help without being pushed towards a commercial RCC service.
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Whatever your stage, there is a safer next step.
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I am thinking about reporting
Understand options before you act, preserve your position and avoid unnecessary exposure.
Continue →02I have already reported and face retaliation
Find legal, practical and wellbeing support for what happens after speaking up.
Continue →03I need emotional or peer support
Find organisations offering psychological, peer and practical support.
Continue →04I need legal or regulatory direction
Filter for free legal advice, representation and official reporting guidance.
Continue →05I am under 18 and need help
Use a specialist child or youth helpline in your country. You should not have to navigate this alone.
Continue →06I am in immediate danger
Prioritise your physical safety. Contact local emergency services or a trusted safeguarding service now.
Continue →Global support directory
Find trusted whistleblowing support worldwide.
Search independently reviewed organisations and official routes by location and support type. The directory was last reviewed in September 2026.
External organisations are independent of RCC. Eligibility and service terms may apply.
Search understands common terms and aliases such as UK, USA, lawyer, money, mental health, retaliation, youth and secure contact.
Featured specialist routes
13 support routes match your current search and filters
International
The Signals Network
International nonprofit offering selected whistleblowers holistic support including legal representation, psychological care, digital and physical safety, media support, financial grants and transition support.
Secure contact →Africa
Platform to Protect Whistleblowers in Africa (PPLAAF)
Provides secure communications, free legal advice and representation, financial and psychosocial support, safety assistance and media coordination for qualifying Africa-related disclosures.
Secure whistleblowing channel →United Kingdom
FreeProtect
UK workplace whistleblowing
UK whistleblowing charity providing free and confidential practical and legal advice on raising concerns, retaliation and whistleblower protections.
Contact0203 117 2520
Advice line & contact →International
FreeThe Signals Network
International public-interest whistleblowers
International nonprofit offering selected whistleblowers holistic support including legal representation, psychological care, digital and physical safety, media support, financial grants and transition support.
Secure contact availableProtonMail / Signal
Secure contact →Africa
FreePlatform to Protect Whistleblowers in Africa (PPLAAF)
Disclosures affecting the African public interest
Provides secure communications, free legal advice and representation, financial and psychosocial support, safety assistance and media coordination for qualifying Africa-related disclosures.
Secure contact availableEncrypted options available
Secure whistleblowing channel →United States
Free intakeGovernment Accountability Project
Serious public-interest government and corporate wrongdoing
Nonprofit whistleblower organisation offering legal and advocacy support. It reviews requests for assistance and may provide representation, strategic advice or referrals depending on the case.
Secure contact availableSecure intake form
Request assistance →United States
FreeWhistleblower Aid
Public-interest disclosures
US nonprofit legal advocacy organisation providing free, pro bono legal guidance to help potential whistleblowers understand rights, risks and reporting options.
Secure contact availableSecureDrop / Signal options
Get confidential guidance →Ireland
FreeTransparency International Ireland — Speak Up Helpline
Whistleblowing, corruption and wrongdoing in Ireland
Free helpline offering confidential information, referral advice and advocacy. Eligible whistleblowers may be referred to the Transparency Legal Advice Centre and psychological support service.
ContactFreephone 1800 844 866
Speak Up Helpline →♥
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A moderated Reddit community for whistleblowers, people considering speaking up and those looking for practical support from others who understand the process.
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Child Helpline International maintains a directory of child and youth helplines across more than 130 countries and territories. These services are better equipped to handle safeguarding, family, school and wellbeing issues involving a young person.
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Safety comes before the disclosure.
If you or someone else is at immediate risk of physical harm, contact the emergency service in your country. If you are a child or young person, use a specialist child helpline or tell a trusted adult.