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Need Immediate Help?

You are not alone. Help is available 24/7. These resources are confidential and free.

24/7 • Confidential

National Sexual Assault Hotline

1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

Connect with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area.

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Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

Free, 24/7 support for anyone in crisis. Connect with a trained crisis counselor via text.

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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text 988

Free, confidential support for people in distress. Available 24/7 via call or text.

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24/7 • Confidential

National Domestic Violence Hotline

1-800-799-7233

Support for survivors of domestic violence. Available 24/7 via phone and chat.

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Guidance

What To Do Right Now

1

Get to a Safe Place

If you're in immediate danger, get to a safe location. Call 911 if you're in the U.S. or your local emergency number.

2

Call a Hotline

Hotlines are confidential and free. Trained advocates can help you explore options and provide support.

3

Preserve Evidence

If possible, don't shower, change clothes, or clean up. Evidence can be collected even if you're not ready to report.

4

Get Medical Care

A hospital can treat injuries, provide STI prophylaxis, and collect evidence. You don't have to report to police.

5

Reach Out to Someone You Trust

A friend, family member, or advocate can provide support and accompany you to appointments.

6

Take Care of Yourself

Breathe. Drink water. You've survived something traumatic. Be gentle with yourself.

Create a Safety Plan

A safety plan is a personalized, practical plan to help you stay safe while in an abusive relationship, planning to leave, or after you leave.

Identify Safe People

List friends, family, or neighbors you can call in an emergency.

Prepare Important Documents

Gather ID, birth certificates, passports, and financial documents.

Pack an Emergency Bag

Keep clothes, medications, and essentials ready to go.

Create a Code Word

Have a word or signal to let trusted people know you need help.

Download Safety Plan Template
Safety Planning

International Resources

If you're outside the United States, help is available worldwide.

UK

0808 802 9999

Rape Crisis UK

Canada

1-866-403-8000

CASA Canada

Australia

1800 737 732

1800RESPECT
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Remember: This Was Not Your Fault

Nothing you did, wore, or said caused this. The only person responsible is the person who harmed you.

You deserve support, healing, and respect.