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Rape and sexual assault

1in6

The mission of 1in6 is to help men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences live healthier, happier lives. They offer weekly online support groups for men who were sexually abused or assaulted. These support groups are confidential, anonymous, and facilitated by a counselor.

StrongHearts Native Helpline

This helpline offers 24/7 culturally appropriate support and advocacy to American Indians and Alaska Natives who are victims of domestic and sexual violence. Contact the helpline by phone or text at 844-7NATIVE (844-762-8483) or live chat.

Survivors.org

Survivors.org provides support and healing tools for survivors of sexual violence. This website can help survivors find local service providers, hotlines, holistic healing resources, and community-specific support. This OVC-funded project is operated by PAVE (Promoting Awareness | Victim Empowerment).

Courage First Athlete Hotline

This helpline provides support to athletes, former athletes, parents, coaches, and sports communities who wish to report concerns about emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. Contact the hotline's athlete-centered counselors by phone or text at 888-279-1026 or by online chat.

SurvivorSpace

SurvivorSpace offers self-care and resiliency tips and tools for adult survivors of child sexual abuse. Funded by OVC through a grant to the Zero Abuse Project, this website is a safe space for survivors informed by survivors. It offers visitors an opportunity to explore their options, use interactive tools to help them on their healing journey, connect with others, and more.

National Deaf Hotline

This ASL hotline offers help to Deaf survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Trained advocates are available to provide culturally sensitive crisis intervention, education, information, and referrals to local services for Deaf survivors. Contact the hotline via video phone at 855-812-1001, email at [email protected], or live chat.