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Finding trustworthy help should not require a purchase, a subscription, or a stack of paperwork. This directory links to independent national organizations that offer safety information, family support, civil rights reporting, legal information, and referrals.
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Find help by topic: Urgent help and crisis support | Domestic violence and survivor resources | Children, youth and family resources | Civil rights and discrimination | Free legal help and court resources | Everyday essentials and additional support
Urgent help and crisis support
If there is an immediate threat to safety, call 911. The services below provide national support and referrals.
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
Safety planning, support and help finding local domestic violence resources.
Call / text: 800-799-7233 · Text START to 88788
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Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Support and guidance concerning suspected or experienced child abuse. This is not a substitute for legally required reports to authorities.
Call / text: Call or text 800-422-4453
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RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Confidential sexual assault support, healing resources and referrals.
Call / text: 800-656-4673 · Text HOPE to 64673
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free crisis and emotional support for people struggling or concerned about someone else.
Call / text: Call or text 988
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Domestic violence and survivor resources
Services are available to women and survivors of all genders. You do not need to have filed a court case to seek help.
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WomensLaw.org
Legal information on domestic violence, protection orders, divorce and custody, including state-specific guidance and an email hotline.
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love is respect
Relationship abuse, dating violence and safety planning, especially for young people.
Call / text: 866-331-9474 · Text LOVEIS to 22522
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StrongHearts Native Helpline
Culturally grounded support for Native Americans affected by domestic, dating or sexual violence.
Call / text: 844-762-8483
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VictimConnect Resource Center
Support and connections to victim assistance programs for people affected by crime.
Call / text: Call or text 855-484-2846
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National Human Trafficking Hotline
Help and referrals for people affected by labor or sex trafficking.
Call / text: 888-373-7888 · Text 233733
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Children, youth and family resources
If a child is missing, notify law enforcement immediately. Laws about reporting suspected child abuse vary by state; use the appropriate state reporting agency.
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National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Support for families of missing children and resources to address child sexual exploitation. Call after reporting a missing child to law enforcement.
Call / text: 800-843-5678 (1-800-THE-LOST)
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NCMEC CyberTipline and exploitation resources
Learn how to report online child sexual exploitation and find help addressing harmful imagery.
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National Runaway Safeline
Confidential crisis help, referrals and planning for youth and families.
Call / text: Call or text 800-786-2929
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National Parent & Youth Helpline
Support for parents, caregivers, children and teens.
Call / text: Call or text 855-427-2736
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Civil rights and discrimination
These are official federal information or reporting channels. Filing with one agency does not guarantee an investigation or preserve other filing deadlines.
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U.S. Department of Justice — Civil Rights Division
Submit possible civil rights violations for review by DOJ.
Call / text: 855-856-1247
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Federal Bureau of Investigation — Civil Rights
Learn how to report potential federal criminal civil rights violations, including certain abuses of official authority.
Call / text: Tips: tips.fbi.gov
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U.S. Department of Education — Office for Civil Rights
Learn how to submit covered school and education-related discrimination or retaliation complaints.
Call / text: 800-421-3481
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ADA.gov — Disability Discrimination
Determine which federal agency handles a disability discrimination concern and how to file.
Call / text: ADA Information Line: 800-514-0301
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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Information on workplace discrimination complaints and time limits.
Call / text: 800-669-4000
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Free legal help and court resources
Find legal information and qualifying free or reduced-cost civil legal aid. Free representation is not guaranteed.
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Legal Services Corporation — Find Legal Aid
Search for federally funded nonprofit civil legal aid programs by location.
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LawHelp.org
Find free legal information and legal aid programs in your state.
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American Bar Association — Free Legal Help
Explore legal aid, pro bono programs and Free Legal Answers.
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WomensLaw — Laws by State
Information on legal protections, custody, family law and domestic violence by state.
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Everyday essentials and additional support
National directories can connect you to food, housing, bills, victim assistance, and other local services.
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211
Find nearby housing, food, utility, health care and other community assistance.
Call / text: Dial 211
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Office for Victims of Crime — National Hotline Directory
An official federal directory of national hotlines and crime-victim resources.
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Please note: More PRO Than Se is not a hotline, government agency, law firm or provider of legal advice. External listings do not imply affiliation or endorsement. Services, hours, confidentiality, eligibility and contact details vary or change. Reporting concerns to a national hotline may not satisfy mandatory reporting rules or legal deadlines in your state. Verify important information directly with the listed organization. Resource links reviewed October 10, 2026.