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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 a shield with a purple ribbon inside

~1.2M

People contact The Hotline for help every year.

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

~25%

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

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love is respect

Healthy relationship resources for young adults.

Healthy relationships for young adults can be confusing. Love is more than just the way you feel, and we're here to help. loveisrespect.org