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Domestic Violence

National Organizations

  • An Abuse, Rape and Domestic Violence Aid and Resource Connection (AARDVARC)

    This site is for victims of violence, their families and friends, and the agencies and programs which serve them. Issues addressed here currently include: domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault.
  • Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence

    (617) 338-2355
    The mission is to eliminate family violence and to strengthen Asian families and communities.It provides direct services to ensure the safety, stabilization and empowerment of battered Asian families.
  • Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men and Women (DAHMW)

    (888)743-5754
    The DAHMW works to provide crisis intervention and support services to victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) and their families in order to help survivors recover from the trauma of IPV.  Contact the crisis hotline at 1-888-743-5754 for referrals to services such as emergency shelters, counseling, and support groups.  DAHMW also has resources specifically for male and LGTBQ victims of domestic violence.
  • Gay Men’s Domestic Violence Project

    (800) 832-1901
    The Gay Men’s Domestic Violence Project provides crisis intervention, support, and resources to LGBTQ victims and survivors of domestic abuse.
  • Legal Resource Center on Violence Against Women

    The mission of the Legal Resource Center on Violence Against Women (LRC) is to improve legal representation for domestic violence survivors.  Specifically, the LRC works to obtain legal representation for domestic violence survivors in interstate custody cases and to provide technical assistance to domestic violence victim advocates and attorneys in such cases. 
     
  • National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)

    (800) 799 SAFE
    (800) 787 3224 (TTY)
    NCADV provides unique services to victims of domestic violence such as cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, and financial education.  NCVADV also operates the Remember My Name Project to memorialize people who have died as a result of domestic violence.
  • National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP)

    NCAVP is a coalition of 40 anti-violence organizations that monitor, respond to, and work to end hate, domestic and sexual violence, HIV-related violence, and other forms of violence affecting LGBTQ communities. NCAVP is a program of the New York City Anti-Violence Project.
  • National Dating Abuse Helpline

    (866) 331-9474
    (866) 331-8453 TTY
    The National Dating Abuse Helpline provides resources for teens, parents, friends and family, and the general public. It is a national 24-hour resource that can be accessed by phone or the internet, specifically designed for teens and young adults.  Peer Advocates are trained to offer support, information and advocacy to those involved in dating abuse relationships. 
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline

    (800) 799−7233
    (800) 787−3224 TTY
    The National Domestic Violence Hotline has access to more than 4,000 shelters and domestic violence programs across the United States, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.  The Hotline is toll-free, confidential and anonymous. It operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, in more than 170 different languages through interpreter services, and also has a TTY line available.
  • Overseas Domestic Violence Crisis Center

    (866) USWOMEN
    The center serves abused Americans, mostly women and children, in both civilian and military populations overseas.
  • The Relocation Counseling and Identity Protection Initiative

    617-603-1557 or 800-323-3205
    This initiative is in partnership with the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) and provides information to individuals and service providers nation-wide for victims/survivors who are seeking to relocate for purposes of escaping an abuser.
  • WomensLaw.org

    The mission of WomensLaw.org is to provide easy-to-understand legal information and resources to women living with or escaping domestic violence or sexual assault.  Their website provides education and referrals to victim services nationwide.

Statewide Organizations

  • Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence is an organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence statewide.  Their website has referrals to local resources and service providers for victims, such as shelter programs.


  • Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assualt

    The Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is a non-profit, membership corporation composed of 17 programs statewide that provide services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.  Services include rape crisis centers and shelter programs.  Their website has referrals to 24-hour hotline numbers statewide.
  • Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence is an organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence statewide.  Their website has referrals to local resources and service providers for victims, such as shelter programs.
  • Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (800) 269-4668
    The Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a member program of advocates for victims of domestic violence and stalking statewide.  Their website has referrals to local services and resources for victims such as shelter programs.
  • California Partnership To End Domestic Violence

    (800) 524-4765
    The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence is a membership organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence and stalking.  Their website has referrals to local service providers statewide, such as shelter programs.
  • Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (888) 778-7091
    The Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence provides resources for victims of domestic abuse and violence statewide.  Their website has referrals to local service providers, such as shelter programs.
  • Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (888) 774-2900
    The Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a membership program of advocates for victims of domestic violence and stalking statewide.  Their website has referrals to local resources and service providers for victims, such as shelter programs.
  • Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence is an advocacy organization for victims of domestic violence.  Their website has referrals to local resources and service providers for victims statewide, such as shelter services.
  • Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (800) 500-1119
    The Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence is an organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence and stalking statewide.  Their website has referrals to local resources and service providers for victims, such as shelter programs.
  • Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (800) 334-2836
    The Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence is an organization of advocates for domestic violence victims throughout the state.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers for victims, including shelter programs.
  • Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a member organization of victim advocates throughout the state.  Their website has referrals to support and service providers on each island, including shelter programs.
  • Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence

    (800) 669 3176
    The mission of the Idaho Coalition Against Sexual & Domestic Violence is to provide education, assistance, and support to individuals, programs, and organizations dedicated to ending Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence.
  • Idaho Council on Domestic Violence

    (800) 291-0463
    (208) 332-1540
    The Council’s mission is to fund state-wide programs that serve victims of crime, and to help victims through legislation, advocacy, training, and public awareness.  Their website has referrals to local shelter services.
  • Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (877) 863-6338
    The Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ILCADV) is a non-profit membership organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence throughout Illinois.  Their website has referrals to local shelter services.
  • Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (800) 332-7385
    The Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence is an organization of advocates for domestic violence and stalking victims throughout the state.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers for victims, including shelter programs.
  • inMotion

    InMotion provides free legal services to low-income women in New York City. Their services are designed to address the unique needs of women who suffer from abuse—most of their clients are survivors of domestic violence. They focus on reaching women living in immigrant communities who are isolated by language and cultural barriers.
  • Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (800) 943-0033
    The Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence is an organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence statewide.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers for victims, including shelter programs.
  • Kansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence

    (888) 363-2287
    KCSDV is a network of statewide domestic violence and sexual assault advocacy programs.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking.  Services include rape crisis centers, shelter programs, and counseling.
  • Kentucky Domestic Violence Association

    The Kentucky Domestic Violence Association is a member organization of fifteen advocacy centers for victims of domestic violence throughout the state.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers for victims, including shelter programs.
  • L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center: Domestic Violence Services

    The L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center provides direct services to victims of domestic abuse.  Services include LGBTQ sensitive counselors, assistance in obtaining protective orders and legal services, safety planning, and referrals to other services.
  • Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (888) 411-1333
    The Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence (LCADV) is a statewide network of domestic violence programs, supportive organizations, and individuals that share the goal of ending violence against women and children in Louisiana. Their website has referrals to local shelter services.
  • Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence

    (866) 834-HELP
    MCEDV is a coalition of advocacy programs for victims of domestic violence and stalking.  Their website and 24-hour hotline, (866) 834-4357, provide referrals to local support services for victims throughout the state, including shelter programs.
  • Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence

    MNADV is a coalition of advocacy programs for victims of domestic violence and stalking in Maryland.  Their website has referrals to local support providers throughout the state, including shelter services.
  • Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (Jane Doe Inc.)

    Jane Doe Inc. (JDI) is a coalition of rape crisis centers, domestic violence programs, and other victim advocates in Massachusetts.  Their website has referrals to local victim support providers statewide.
  • Michigan Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

    The Michigan Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is a network of rape crisis centers, domestic violence shelters, and other victim advocates.  Their website has a list of statewide victim support providers.
  • Minnesota Center Against Violence and Abuse

    The mission of the Minnesota Center Against Violence and Abuse (MINCAVA) is to support research, education, and access to violence related resources.  Their website has referrals to direct services for victims of domestic and sexual abuse, stalking, trafficking, and child abuse.
  • Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence is composed of advocates for domestic violence victims throughout the state.  Their website has referrals to local shelter programs that provide support to victims.
  • Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

    MCADSV is a coalition of advocacy programs for victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and stalking in Missouri.  Their website has referrals to local service and support providers throughout the state, including rape crisis center and shelter programs.
  • Montana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

    The Montana Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence represents over 50 programs across Montana that provide direct services to victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence and their children.  Their website has referrals to local sexual assault support providers and domestic violence shelter programs.
  • Nebraska Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Coalition

    The Nebraska Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Coalition is a statewide advocacy organization committed to the prevention and elimination of sexual and domestic violence.  Their website has referrals to local victim support providers statewide.
  • Nevada Network Against Domestic Violence

    The Nevada Network Against Domestic Violence (NNADV) is a statewide organization that helps Nevada’s communities respond effectively to the needs of victims of domestic violence and stalking. Their website has referrals to local shelter and support services throughout the state for victims.
  • New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

    The New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is an umbrella organization that provides technical and financial support to 14 member agencies who provide services to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking.  Their website has referrals to direct services and support for victims in New Hampshire including shelters.
  • New Jersey Coalition for Battered Women

    The New Jersey Coalition for Battered Women is a statewide association of victim advocacy programs.  Their website has referrals to local victim support services for victims of domestic violence and abuse throughout the state, including shelters.
  • New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence provides statewide leadership as a voice for victims and survivors of domestic violence and the programs that serve them. Their website has referrals to direct victims services statewide including shelters.
  • New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a non-profit membership organization of statewide victim advocates.  Their website has a directory of local support and service providers for victims of domestic violence, including shelters.
  • North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (888) 232-9124
    NCCADV is a coalition of advocates and organizations supporting victims of domestic violence throughout North Carolina.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers for victims of domestic violence and abuse, including shelter programs.
  • North Dakota Council on Abused Women’s Services

    The mission of NDCAWS/CASAND is to provide leadership and support in the identification, intervention, and prevention of domestic and sexual violence.  Their website has referrals to local shelter services and programs for victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and stalking throughout the state.
  • Ohio Coalition for Battered Women

    The Action Ohio Coalition for Battered Women is an organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence and stalking statewide.  Their website has referrals to resources and local service providers for victims, including shelter programs.
  • Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

    (800) 522-7233
    The Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault works to empower victims and eliminate violence by providing education and prevention information, supporting member programs, and expanding quality services to all.  Their website has referrals to local victim service and support providers including shelters and rape crisis centers.
  • Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

    The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (OCADSV) is a non-profit organization made up victim advocates in Oregon.  Their website has referrals to local service and support providers for victims of sexual violence, domestic abuse, and stalking throughout the state, including rape crisis centers and shelters.
  • Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) is an organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence and stalking statewide.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers for victims, including shelter programs.
  • Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (800) 494-8100
    The Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence is an member-program of advocates for victims of domestic violence and abuse statewide.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers, including shelters.
  • South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

    The South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is a statewide coalition of all domestic violence shelters and rape crisis centers in South Carolina.  Their website has referrals to local rape crisis centers, shelters, and direct victim service providers.
  • South Dakota Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

    The South Dakota Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is a statewide organization of sexual violence programs with a special focus on native women.  Their website has referrals to victim crisis lines in South Dakota and local shelter services.
  • Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

    The Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is a private, non-profit organization composed of diverse victim advocacy programs.  Their website has referrals to local support providers for victims of sexual violence and domestic abuse throughout the state, such as rape crisis centers and shelter programs.
  • Texas Association Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

    The Texas Association Against Domestic and Sexual Violence works toward ending sexual violence in Texas through education, prevention and advocacy.  Their website has referrals to statewide shelter services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and harassment, stalking, and trafficking. 
  • The Custody Project

    850-682-3460
    The Custody Project assists mothers and their children with visitation and custody expenses. The organization assists with financial crises affecting care, custody and visitation. They are able to help families with expenses such as rent, utilities, legal fees, education costs and heath costs.
  • Utah Domestic Violence Council

    (800) 897-5465
    The Utah Domestic Violence Council website provides referrals to shelter services and support programs for victims of domestic violence and stalking throughout the state.
  • Vermont Network Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

    Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 228-7395
    Sexual Violence Hotline: (800) 489-7273
    The Vermont Network Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is a coalition of advocacy programs for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking.  Their website has referrals to local support providers, including rape crisis centers and shelter programs, throughout the state.
  • Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance

    (800) 838-8238
    The Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance is a statewide organization of agencies and individuals working to end sexual and domestic violence.  Their website has referrals to local support providers for victims of sexual and domestic violence throughout the state, such as rape crisis centers and shelter programs.
  • Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    (800) 562-6025
    WSCADV is a nonprofit organization that provides training, services, and resources to domestic violence programs in Washington State. Their website has referrals to local programs that provide support to victims, including shelter programs throughout the state.
  • West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence website has a directory of shelter programs and support providers for victims of domestic violence throughout the state.
  • Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    The Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a member organization of advocates for victims of domestic violence statewide.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers throughout the state, including shelter programs.
  • Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

    WCADVSA is an organization of advocacy programs for victims sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking.  Their website has referrals to local support and service providers for victims throughout the state, including rape crisis centers and shelter programs.