Resources

Websites and Online Resources

1. National Domestic Violence Hotline (https://www.thehotline.org/)
   • Provides 24/7 support and resources for individuals experiencing domestic violence.

1. RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) (https://www.rainn.org/)

1. • Offers resources and a hotline for survivors of sexual violence.

1. Black Women’s Health Imperative (https://bwhi.org/)

1. • Focuses on improving the health and wellness of Black women and girls through advocacy, education, and leadership development.

1. Women of Color Network Inc. (http://www.wocninc.org/)

1. • Supports women of color who are victims of violence and provides resources and advocacy for healing and empowerment.

1. Psychology Today (https://www.psychologytoday.com/)

1. • Offers a directory to find therapists and counselors, articles on mental health, and self-help resources.

Hotlines

1. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE)
2. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
3. Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
4. RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE)

Organizations

1. National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) (https://ncadv.org/)
   • Works to eliminate domestic violence and empower victims and survivors.

1. YWCA USA (https://www.ywca.org/)

1. • Dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

1. Safe Horizon (https://www.safehorizon.org/)

1. • Provides support, prevents violence, and promotes justice for victims of crime and abuse.

1. Women’s Law (https://www.womenslaw.org/)

1. • Provides legal information and support for women facing domestic violence and sexual assault.

1. Therapy for Black Girls (https://therapyforblackgirls.com/)

1. • Focuses on mental health and personal development for Black women and girls, including a therapist directory and supportive resources.

Human Trafficking : 

Websites and Online Resources

1. Polaris Project (https://polarisproject.org/)
   • Provides comprehensive information on human trafficking, including how to recognize and report it, and offers resources for victims.

1. Human Trafficking Hotline (https://humantraffickinghotline.org/)

1. • Operates a national, toll-free hotline available 24/7 to report tips and seek help related to human trafficking. They also offer extensive resources and information.

1. United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) (https://www.unodc.org/unodc/en/human-trafficking/)

1. • Offers global reports, data, and resources for combating human trafficking.

1. U.S. Department of State – Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (https://www.state.gov/j/tip/)

1. • Provides annual reports on trafficking, resources, and information on U.S. government efforts to combat trafficking.

1. End It Movement (https://enditmovement.com/)

1. • A coalition of organizations fighting to end human trafficking and slavery through awareness, prevention, and support.

Hotlines

1. National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 or text 233733 (BEFREE)
2. National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC): 1-800-843-5678
3. ICE Homeland Security Investigations Tip Line: 1-866-347-2423

Organizations

1. International Justice Mission (IJM) (https://www.ijm.org/)
   • Works globally to rescue victims, bring criminals to justice, restore survivors, and strengthen justice systems.

1. Free the Slaves (https://www.freetheslaves.net/)

1. • Dedicated to eradicating modern-day slavery and supporting survivors.

1. Love146 (https://love146.org/)

1. • Provides care for child trafficking survivors and works to prevent child trafficking through education and advocacy.

1. A21 Campaign (https://www.a21.org/)

1. • A global anti-human trafficking organization focused on prevention, protection, and prosecution.

1. Thorn (https://www.thorn.org/)

1. • Uses technology to defend children from sexual exploitation and human trafficking.

Educational and Advocacy Resources

1. Blue Campaign by the Department of Homeland Security (https://www.dhs.gov/blue-campaign)
   • Provides educational resources and awareness materials to combat human trafficking.

1. Coalition Against Trafficking in Women (CATW) (https://catwinternational.org/)

1. • Focuses on ending human trafficking and sexual exploitation through advocacy and education.

1. The Freedom Story (https://thefreedomstory.org/)

1. • Prevents child trafficking and exploitation through culturally relevant programs in Thailand.

1. Shared Hope International (https://sharedhope.org/)

1. • Provides training, resources, and advocacy to prevent and respond to sex trafficking.

Campaigns and Volunteering

1. Stop the Traffik (https://www.stopthetraffik.org/)
   • Engages in global campaigns to disrupt human trafficking networks and offers ways for individuals to get involved.

1. Truckers Against Trafficking (https://truckersagainsttrafficking.org/)

1. • Mobilizes members of the trucking industry to combat human trafficking.

1. ECPAT-USA (https://www.ecpatusa.org/)

1. • Works to end the commercial sexual exploitation of children through advocacy, awareness, and action.

By utilizing these resources, individuals can educate themselves about human trafficking, recognize signs, report incidents, support survivors, and actively contribute to the fight against this global issue.