Resources can be critical in leaving an abusive relationship.
We’ve compiled a list of different organizations that provide help and support for victims/survivors of domestic violence. Below, you’ll find general resources, state and local resources, along with legal resources and organizations that cater to the specific needs of marginalized groups. Whether you’re concerned about your relationship or a loved one’s relationship, or you just want to learn more about domestic violence, these are great places to start.
General Resources
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline | 1-800-656-4673 | Online hotline: online.rainn.org
The Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network is the nation’s largest anti-violence organization. While focusing primarily on issues of sexual violence, they can also provide resources for victims/survivors of domestic violence, especially those who may also have experienced sexual violence.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline | 1-800-799-7233 | www.ndvh.org
A dedicated 24-hour hotline that also offers online chat in both English and Spanish, this national organization can direct victims/survivors to valuable resources, service providers and shelters. Their website also provides valuable information for victim/survivors, loved ones or anyone looking to learn more about domestic violence.
National Dating Abuse Helpline | 1-866-331-9474 | www.loveisrespect.org
Specifically targeted towards youth, loveisrespect offers 24/7 chat, text and calling services with trained advocates. Loveisrespect also focuses on educating young people about abusive relationships and healthy and unhealthy dating behaviors.
Americans Overseas Domestic Violence Crisis Center | International Toll-Free (24/7) 1-866-879-6636 | www.866uswomen.org
The AODVC offers services to Americans facing domestic violence abroad.
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence | www.nrcdv.org and www.vawnet.org
The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence is a comprehensive source for information relating to domestic violence in the United States. They offer resources, materials and trainings to raise awareness about domestic violence.
Futures Without Violence: The National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence | www.futureswithoutviolence.org
An organization that works to end violence against women, children and families.
National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health | www.nationalcenterdvtraumamh.org
This organization provides information and research on the trauma of domestic violence and its impact on mental health.
Break the Cycle | www.breakthecycle.org
Break the Cycle focuses on dating abuse among teens and other young people, encouraging youth to become involved in advocacy.
One Love Foundation | www.joinonelove.org
Founded by Yeardley Love’s family, the One Love Foundation provides educational resources about domestic violence and seeks to raise awareness about domestic violence, especially on college campuses.
The following resources include a variety of organizations that cater to specific populations and needs:
Legal
Women’s Law | www.womenslaw.org
American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence | www.abanet.org/domviol
Battered Women’s Justice Project | www.bwjp.org
State/Local
New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence | Hotline NYS: 1-800-942-6906 (English and Spanish, with multilingual accessibility) | www.nyscadv.org
Equinox Domestic Violence Services | 518.432.7865 | www.equinoxinc.org
In Our Own Voices | 518-432-4188 | www.inourownvoices.org
People with Disabilities
Deaf Abused Women’s Network (DAWN) | hotline@deafdawn.org | VP: 202-559-5366 | www.deafdawn.org
National Deaf Hotline Videophone | 1-855-812-1001 | deafhelp@thehotline.org
People of Color
Women of Color Network | www.wocninc.org
INCITE! Women of Color Against Violence | www.incite-national.org
Faith Trust Institute | www.faithtrustinstitute.org
In Our Own Voices | 518-432-4188 | www.inourownvoices.org
Black people/African-American people
Ujima Program | www.dvcac.org/african-american-women
Black Women’s Blueprint | http://www.blackwomensblueprint.org
Latinx People
Casa de Esperanza | 1-651-772-1611 (bilingual) | www.casadeesperanza.org
National Latin@ Network for Healthy Families and Communities | www.nationallatinonetwork.org
Indigenous people
National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center | www.niwrc.org
Strong Hearts Native Helpline | 1-844-762-8483 |www.strongheartshelpline.org
Seven Dancers Coalition | www.sevendancerscoalition.com
Asian people
Asian and Pacific Islander Institute on Domestic Violence | www.apiidv.org
Committee Against Anti-Asian Violence (CAAAV) | www.caaav.org
Manavi | 1-732-435-1414 | | www.manavi.org
Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence | 1-617-338-2355 | www.atask.org
LGBTQ+ People
The Audre Lorde Project | www.alp.org
National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs | 1-212-714-1184 | www.ncavp.org
GLBTQ Domestic Violence Project | http://www.glbtqdvp.org
GLBT Hotline | 1-888-843-4564 | www.glbthotline.org
The Network La Red | 617-742-4911 | www.tnlr.org
Trans Lifeline | 1-877-565-8860 | www.translifeline.org
In Our Own Voices | 518-432-4188 | www.inourownvoices.org
Immigrant People
The National Immigrant Women’s Advocacy Project | (202) 274-4457 | http://www.niwap.org/
This article was written in partnership with the Sr. Thea Bowman Center for Women of Siena College for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. If you or a loved one are experiencing signs of abuse, please check out these resources or call 1-800-799-7233 or chat online.