The Italian bishops said they received more than 300 letters with this request.
The initiative is from The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity, who proposes that everyone, regardless of religion, participate.
Italian organization, D.i.Re, Women Online Against Abuse, assures they will answer the phone for all women in difficult situations.
In a country already in crisis, now exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, this organization has promoted the motto, “Help us help!”