Support and Resources for Survivors of Sexual Abuse and Trafficking
If you are a survivor of sexual abuse, sexual assault, or human trafficking, you are not alone. Support, advocacy, medical care, and legal help are available. You deserve safety, dignity, and control over your own healing.
This page lists trusted survivor-focused resources in the United States and internationally.
If you are in immediate danger, contact local emergency services.
Crisis Support and Hotlines (24/7)
RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline
Confidential support for survivors of sexual violence.
📞 800-656-HOPE (4673)
💬 Online chat available
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Support, referrals, and reporting related to trafficking.
📞 888-373-7888
💬 Text “HELP” to 233733
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Support for survivors experiencing abuse in relationships.
📞 800-799-SAFE (7233)
💬 Online chat available
Crisis Text Line
Immediate emotional support via text.
📱 Text HOME to 741741 (U.S. & Canada)
Survivor Advocacy and Support Organizations
- EpsteinJustice.com
- Speak Out and Reclaim
- Speak Out, Act, Reclaim (SOAR) is dedicated to providing a safe and empowering space for survivors of sex trafficking to reclaim their stories and stand up for themselves and each other.
- Survivors of Sexual Assault & Abuse (RAINN Survivor Resources)
- Information on reporting options, medical care, and survivor rights.
- National Survivor Network
- Survivor-led advocacy, community building, and policy work.
- End Rape on Campus
- Support and advocacy for survivors of campus sexual violence.
- The ACLU – Sexual Violence & Survivors’ Rights
- Legal information and civil rights advocacy.
- Survivor Sisters
- A survivor led organization dedicated to amplifying survivor voices through storytelling, education, advocacy, and community support.
Legal Help and Victims’ Rights
- VictimConnect Resource Center
- Confidential referrals for legal aid, counseling, and local services.
- National Crime Victim Law Institute
- Information on victims’ rights and legal advocacy.
- Crime Victims’ Rights Act (CVRA)
- Overview of federal victims’ rights protections.
Medical Care and Trauma-Informed Support
- National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)
- Education, survivor resources, and trauma-informed care guidance.
- Planned Parenthood – Sexual Assault Care
- Medical care, STI testing, and support options.
- SAMHSA – Trauma and Stress-Related Services
- Mental health and substance use support.
- 📞 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Support for Survivors of Trafficking
- Polaris Project
- Education, survivor services, and policy advocacy against trafficking.
- International Justice Mission
- Aftercare and support for survivors of exploitation.
- Shared Hope International
- Resources focused on survivors of child and youth trafficking.
For Survivors Outside the United States
- RAINN – International Resources
- Links to country-specific sexual violence hotlines.
- La Strada International
- European network supporting survivors of trafficking.
- Equality Now
- Global advocacy against sexual exploitation and gender-based violence.
A Note to Survivors
- You are not required to report.
- You are not required to relive your trauma.
- You are allowed to set boundaries, take breaks, and seek support on your own terms.
If reading this page brought up difficult emotions, reaching out to a trusted person or support line can help.