Resources
You are not alone. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or human trafficking, there is help available. This page provides a list of resources to guide you towards safety, support, and healing. These resources offer confidential assistance, 24/7 hotlines, legal advocacy, and information on shelters and support groups. Remember, you deserve to feel safe and empowered. Take the first step today.
The resources listed below are provide information for survivors, victims, and those who want to learn more and be part of creating change.
This US-based hotline offers confidential support in 200 languages. They can't offer direct services in every country, but they can connect you to resources where you are. You can call their hotline number or visit their website for online chat options.
1-800-799-9666
Text Begin to 88788
UNODC provides a global overview of resources and information on human trafficking and sexual assault. Their website offers information on legislation, prevention efforts, and victim support in different countries.
Provides free confidential support for victims of sexual assault 24/7. They can also connect you with local resources.
1-800-656-4673
Live Chat: online.rainn.org
The NCADV is a leading national organization that works to end domestic violence. They provide resources and support to victims of domestic violence and their loved ones. They also carry out programs to prevent domestic violence.
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center provides resources and support to victims of sexual violence and those who work to prevent sexual violence.
NCMEC is a private, non-profit organization that works to find missing children and prevent child sexual exploitation. They provide resources and support to families of missing children and victims of child sexual exploitation.
Polaris is a leading nonprofit dedicated to fighting human trafficking. They operate the National Human Trafficking Hotline, which provides confidential support and resources for victims and survivors. You can call the hotline (1-888-373-7888) or text “Help” to 233733.
• Learn how you can help and/or Request A Speaker on Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and/or Human Trafficking
Links below provide information on how you can help create change at the legislative and advocacy levels, schedule an event to host, and/or locate a speaker to speak to your school, business, organization, etc.
It's important to choose speakers with experience and expertise in the specific topic you'd like them to address.
• Most Speakers are survivors
Kathy Sechrist, Author, Speaker, Advocate (can a link go directly to the request form?)
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN): Request a Survivor
• Your Local Domestic Violence Shelter or Rape Crisis Center
These organizations are often on the front lines of supporting victims and may have staff
members with expertise who are willing to speak at events.
The National Alliance to End Sexual Violence (NAESV)
NAESV offers a directory of
State sexual violence coalitions. These coalitions may have speakers available or be able
to connect you with someone in your area.
Shared Hope International is dedicated to bring an end to sex trafficking through our three-pronged approach: prevent, restore and bring justice. Be sure to check your state's score card for how they are progressing where the largest gaps remain—victim protections and educational films and training materials.