Date Rape Is Real Rape
by Marcella Chester, advocate and author 
Resources
Sexual Assault and Relationship 
Violence Focused Organizations


Note: This is by no means a complete list of relevant organizations. If you don't find what you need in this list, please don't assume that what you are looking for isn't out there somewhere.

Many US states and communities have coalitions against sexual assault. For example, MNCASA (Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault). Your country or local area may have a similar organization which can provide information on local resources.


Organizations With National Hotlines (US unless otherwise noted)

RAINN Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network
Organization includes all types of sexual violence.

1.800.656.HOPE

Note: Also operates an online hotline.


Stop It Now!
Organization focuses on child sexual abuse.

1.888.PREVENT

Note: Those who are concerned about a situation, but don't have enough information to report abuse to the police are encouraged to call.

loveisrespect.org  National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline

1-866-331-9474
1-866-331-8453 (TTY)

National Domestic Violence Hotline 

1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) 
1-800-787-3224 (TTY).


Organizations With Specific Services

Victim Rights Law Center
Organization focuses on giving sexual assault victims the legal resources they need to reclaim their lives and become survivors.

Note: Provides free and confidential legal advice to sexual assault victims.

WomensLaw.org
Free legal info and support for victims of abuse anywhere in the USA. Has legal info and resources in every state listed on the website.

They have an email hotline:
http://hotline.womenslaw.org/

It Happened to Alexa Foundation
Assists rape victims and their families by easing the financial burden they face while traveling to attend the criminal trial.

After the Trauma
Provides direct assistance in a variety of areas for women and children who have survived domestic violence.

nsvrc.org National Sexual Violence Resource Center
Organization focuses on providing resources to other agencies.

Note: Sponsors Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Organizations which include places to connect with other survivors

Pandora's Project
Organization provides resources, online support, and a message board for rape and sexual abuse survivors."

Organizations Serving Specific Populations

SAFER Campus Students Active For Ending Rape
Organization focuses on sexual violence against college students.

Note: SAFER has a national online database of colleges' sexual assault policies and programs. If your college isn't included help make the database more complete. They also have resources which can help campus advocates improve their college's sexual assault policy.

knowmoresaymore.org an initiative from the Family Violence Prevention Fund

The kNOw More initiative deals with the reproductive health consequences of sexual coercion and violence among young women.

SCESA National Organization of Sisters of Color Ending Sexual Assault

Organizations With Primary Focus On Prevention

Minnesota Men's Action Network
Alliance to prevent sexual & domestic violence


 
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