Advocacy / domestic violence
Domestic violence can be physical, emotional, sexual, digital, or financial. These resources center women and are available to anyone affected by relationship abuse—including people who are unsure whether what they are experiencing “counts.” You do not have to wait for an emergency to ask for help.
You are not to blame. You deserve safety, dignity, and the freedom to make your own choices. A trained advocate can listen without judgment and help you consider options without pressuring you to leave.
Free, confidential support from trained advocates is available 24 hours a day in the United States.
Abuse is a pattern of behaviors used to gain or maintain power and control. It may begin subtly, change over time, or continue after a relationship ends.
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Personalized guidance for staying safer while living with abuse, preparing to leave, or after leaving. An advocate can help tailor a plan to your circumstances.
safety planning →Search domestic violence shelters and programs by city or ZIP code across the United States and Canada, with an international directory available.
find local help →Plain-language, state-specific information about protection orders, custody, housing, workplace protections, and free or low-cost legal assistance.
visit WomensLaw →Survivor-centered guidance on location tracking, account security, connected devices, documentation, and technology-facilitated abuse.
technology safety →Tools and education from survivor-led FreeFrom for recognizing economic control and building financial security during and after abuse.
financial resources →RAINN offers free, confidential support 24/7. Call 800-656-HOPE (4673), text HOPE to 64673, or use online chat.
contact RAINN →Specialized advocates can offer culturally responsive and accessible support. These services are free and confidential.
StrongHearts Native Helpline provides 24/7 culturally appropriate support for Native Americans and Alaska Natives.
844-762-8483 →The Deaf Hotline provides 24/7 advocacy in ASL through videophone, email, and live chat.
855-812-1001 VP →Love is respect offers 24/7 support for dating relationships. Call 866-331-9474 or text LOVEIS to 22522.
love is respect →Search an international directory of domestic and sexual violence agencies by country and region.
global directory →A caring, nonjudgmental response can reduce isolation. Respect the survivor’s knowledge of the situation and their right to decide what happens next.
Learn the signs. Challenge language that normalizes control or violence. Support survivor autonomy. Share trusted resources privately and safely. Donate or volunteer with a local domestic violence program, whose advocates understand the needs of your community.
ways to take action →This page provides general educational resources, not legal or medical advice. Services and contact details were reviewed August 2026; confirm current information with each provider. Although these resources center women, support is available to survivors of every gender and identity.
