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Violence and Abuse in Rural America – Resources

Selected recent or important resources focusing on Violence and Abuse in Rural America.

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
Carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice. Operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline - 800.656.HOPE (4673).
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Tribal Domestic Violence Courts and Tribal Domestic Violence Dockets
Provides information on tribal domestic courts and domestic violence dockets. Enables access to publications and resources addressing tribal domestic violence, and includes summaries of laws related to domestic violence issues.
Sponsoring organization: Tribal Law and Policy Institute
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
Hotline providing information to victims of domestic violence about community resources and shelters nationwide. The hotline can be reached at 800.799.SAFE (7233), 800.787.3224 (TTY), through chat, or by texting "START" to 88788.
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Last Updated: 1/22/2025