APAV supports the WYD 2023

Within the scope of the Protocol established between APAV and the WYD Lisbon 2023 Foundation, APAV presents its action plan for the days of World Youth Day.

All the entities involved have been working hard to ensure that this event is experienced safely, peacefully and joyfully.

However, APAV's operation at this event is prepared to assist anyone who may be a victim of any situation of crime and violence, as well as to provide prevention tips for personal and property safety, acting in close cooperation with the different relevant authorities, such as Security Forces and Services, Civil Protection, Health, Justice and Diplomatic Entities.

APAV will have the following support services available, duly identified, with teams ready to talk at least in Portuguese and English - and resort to translation services if necessary:

Face-to-face

At Colina do Encontro (Eduardo VII Park, next to the Marquês de Pombal Roundabout)

July 27th to July 30th: 10am to 6pm
July 31st to August 4th: 8am to midnight

At Campo da Graça (Tejo-Trancão Park), in sectors A and D

August 05th: 8am-midnight
August 06th: midnight-6pm

The support team is available to reach other locations within the city of Lisbon, but also in Santarém and Setúbal, host dioceses of WYD Lisbon 2023.

Phone support

From July 26th to August 7th, the Victim Support Helpline - free number 116 006 - will be operating 24 hours a day.

Written Support

APAV can also be contacted by e-mail, to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

We also highlight our new web site - apav.pt/jmj - a mobile-friendly resource, and available in the five official languages of WYD - Portuguese, English, French, Spanish and Italian. This resource aggregates information on support services, but also practical tips for the safety of people and belongings.

We wish you all a #SafeWYD!