If you need help, you should know the hand signals for domestic violence. These are the same gestures used by police and firefighters to tell others they need assistance.
1. Palm To Camera And Tuck Thumb
- Palm to camera and tuck thumb: You can use this signal to ask for help, tell someone to call the police, or tell someone to call a taxi. This is one of the most common hand signals used by victims of domestic violence.
- Palm To Mouth And Tuck Thumb: This signal means “I need help.” It’s important that you know what each signal means so you can communicate with your friends and family members when it’s time for them to step in!
2. Trap Thumb
If you are in danger of domestic violence, use the trap thumb hand signal. This is a hand signal that can be used by anyone to indicate that they are in danger. The trap thumb is held up as if you were going to give someone the middle finger but instead hold it straight up like an arrow pointing upwards. You then make a fist with your other hand and put it on top of your open palm so that when viewed from above, it looks like someone trapped between two walls with no way out (like an ant). The Palm To Mouth And Tuck Thumb Signal This signal means “I need help.” It’s important that you know what each signal means so you can communicate with your friends and family members when it’s time for them to step inThis is a quick and easy way to let people know that you are in danger. The trap thumb hand signal should be used only when you are in danger, not as a joke or prank..
If you need help, here are some hand signals you can use for your safety. If you see someone using the hand signals below, it’s important to know what to do in order for them to get assistance and/or feel safe. Please call 911 or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 if possible. If not, call someone else who can help! If you see someone using these hand signals, it’s important that you take action. You can call 911 or your local police department, as well as other resources listed on the National Domestic Violence Hotline website (link below).
