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I felt seen and safe. The advocate helped me understand my options and reminded me I wasn’t alone.

— Anonymous Chatter

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I didn’t know where to start. They listened without judgment and helped me make a plan that fit my situation.

— Anonymous Caller

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Ruth gave me hope and a will to live. To whomever created this, you save lives. Thank you.

— Anonymous AI Caller

Domestic Violence Affects Everyone

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Line drawing of a poppy flower

~5

People, mostly women, lose their life to domestic violence each day.

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Line drawing of two hands clasped, creating the shape of a heart

~1.2M

People contact The Hotline for help every year.

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Line drawing of a shield with a purple ribbon inside

~25%

Of women, and ~17% of men, will experience some form of DV in their lifetime.