lovematters-inc.org

Domestic Violence Awareness

You are not alone.
You are believed.

If you’re experiencing abuse at home, free and confidential help is available right now — safety planning, shelter referrals, and someone to listen.

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About the Issue

Four crises. One shared root: the
need to feel safe.

Domestic violence, sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and homelessness are deeply connected — one often leads to another. We meet people wherever they are in that cycle, with practical help and zero judgment.

1 in 4

Women experience severe intimate partner violence in their lifetime

55%

Of trafficking survivors report a prior history of domestic abuse

40%

Of homelessness among women is preceded by fleeing an abusive home

24/7

Crisis line and live chat support, every day of the year

Our Focus Areas

Issues we address

Clear, respectful information and real pathways to support — for survivors, families, and anyone who wants to understand these issues better.

Domestic Violence

Recognizing abuse, safety planning, and leaving safely.

Sex Trafficking

Warning signs, myths, and survivor identification.

Sexual Abuse

Understanding consent, reporting, and healing after assault.

Homelessness

Emergency shelter, housing programs, and stability planning.

Violence Against Women

Sexual violence, harassment, and digital/online abuse.

Mental Health Recovery

Trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and the path toward healing.

How We Help

Three ways we walk alongside survivors

1

Educate

We break down complex, sensitive topics into clear information anyone can use — to recognize danger, understand rights, and know what help looks like.

2

Support

From a 24/7 crisis line to shelter referrals, legal aid, and trauma-informed counseling — real help, when it’s needed most.

3

Empower

Long after crisis support ends, we help survivors rebuild — job readiness, housing stability, and community connection.

12,000+

People educated annually

3,200+

Emergency shelter nights funded

45+

Community & agency partners

8 years

Serving this community
“I called not knowing what to expect. What I found was someone who listened without judgment, and a plan to get my kids and me somewhere safe. I finally feel like myself again.”
— Survivor, name withheld for privacy

Be part of the pathway to safety

Whether it’s an hour, a donation, or sharing what you’ve learned — every action helps someone find their way to safety and healing.

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