# Comprehensive Resources for Intimate Image Abuse and Domestic Violence Survivors A comprehensive guide to support services, legal resources, and safety tools for survivors of non-consensual intimate image sharing (NCII/revenge porn) and domestic violence. --- ## **Immediate Crisis Support** ### National Hotlines (24/7) - **[National Domestic Violence Hotline](https://www.thehotline.org/)** - 1-800-799-7233 | Text "START" to 88788 Confidential support from trained advocates, safety planning, and local resource referrals available 24/7 in 200+ languages. - **[National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)](https://www.rainn.org/)** - 1-800-656-4673 Free, confidential support from trained staff members who can provide support and connect you with local resources. - **[Crisis Text Line](https://www.crisistextline.org/)** - Text "HELLO" to 741741 Free 24/7 support via text message. Trained crisis counselors available for any crisis situation. - **[988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline](https://988lifeline.org/)** - Call or Text 988 Free and confidential emotional support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, available 24/7. ---

Non-Consensual Intimate Images (NCII) / Revenge Porn

### SecondDawn.ai - **[SecondDawn.ai](https://www.seconddawn.ai/)** We help women remove unwanted and non-consensual images from the internet—quickly, discreetly, and comprehensively. ### Specialized Removal & Legal Support - **[Cyber Civil Rights Initiative (CCRI)](https://cybercivilrights.org/)** - Crisis Helpline: 844-878-2274 Leading organization fighting online abuse. Offers crisis helpline, removal support, referrals to attorneys, and resources specifically for NCII victims. - **[Take It Down (NCMEC)](https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/)** Free service that creates a unique digital fingerprint (hash) of intimate images to prevent them from being shared on participating platforms. Helps minors and adults. - **[StopNCII.org](https://stopncii.org/)** Global hash-sharing database operated by Revenge Porn Helpline and SWGfL. Upload hashes of intimate images to prevent sharing across major platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, and others. - **[Without My Consent](https://withoutmyconsent.org/)** Comprehensive legal information, state-by-state guides, and practical resources for victims of non-consensual pornography and online harassment. ### Image Removal Services - **[Google Removal Request](https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/6302812)** - Request removal of explicit personal images Submit requests to remove non-consensual intimate images from Google Search results. - **[Bing Content Removal](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/concern/bing)** Microsoft's content removal request form for inappropriate or illegal content including NCII. - **Social Media Platform Reporting** - [Facebook/Instagram](https://www.facebook.com/help/contact/567360146613371) - Report non-consensual intimate images - [Twitter/X Safety Center](https://help.twitter.com/en/safety-and-security/intimate-media) - Report intimate media - [TikTok Safety Center](https://support.tiktok.com/en/safety-hc/report-a-problem) - Report policy violations - [Reddit](https://www.reddithelp.com/hc/en-us/requests/new?ticket_form_id=360001103212) - Report involuntary pornography - [Snapchat Support](https://support.snapchat.com/en-US/i-need-help) - Report safety concerns --- ### Legal Aid & Representation - **[Legal Services Corporation (LSC)](https://www.lsc.gov/what-legal-aid/find-legal-aid)** Find free local legal aid organizations nationwide. Over 130 legal aid programs providing civil legal assistance to low-income individuals. - **[National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV)](https://nnedv.org/)** Resources, training, and advocacy to support domestic violence survivors including legal advocacy resources. - **[Victim Rights Law Center](https://www.victimrights.org/)** - 1-844-303-VRLC Free legal services for sexual assault victims, including cases involving technology-facilitated abuse. - **[AEquitas](https://aequitasresource.org/)** Training and resources for prosecutors handling cases involving intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and tech-facilitated abuse. ### Protective Orders & Documentation - **[WomensLaw.org](https://www.womenslaw.org/)** State-specific legal information on protective orders, divorce, custody, and abuse. Includes detailed guides on what to expect in court. - **[National Center on Protection Orders and Full Faith & Credit](https://www.bwjp.org/our-work/topics/protection-orders.html)** Information on obtaining and enforcing protection orders across state lines. ---

Digital & Tech Safety

### Device & Account Security - **[Safety Net (NNEDV)](https://www.techsafety.org/)** Technology Safety and Privacy Toolkit with comprehensive guides on device security, stalkerware detection, and digital privacy for survivors. - **[Coalition Against Stalkerware](https://stopstalkerware.org/)** Resources to detect and remove stalkerware/spyware from devices, with guides for various platforms. - **[Electronic Frontier Foundation - Surveillance Self-Defense](https://ssd.eff.org/)** Detailed guides on protecting yourself from digital surveillance, securing communications, and maintaining online privacy. - **[Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - Identity Theft](https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/fraud/)** Resources for identity theft victims including credit freezes, fraud alerts, and financial recovery steps. ### Practical Security Steps Resources - **[Have I Been Pwned](https://haveibeenpwned.com/)** Check if your email or phone has been compromised in a data breach. - **[PasswordMeter](https://passwordmeter.com/)** or **[1Password](https://1password.com/)** / **[Bitwarden](https://bitwarden.com/)** Password strength checkers and secure password managers to protect accounts. ---

Mental Health & Counseling

### Therapy & Support - **[Psychology Today Therapist Finder](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists)** Search for therapists by location, insurance, specialty (trauma, PTSD, domestic violence, sexual abuse), and more. - **[RAINN Online Chat](https://www.rainn.org/get-help)** and **[RAINN Counseling Referrals](https://centers.rainn.org/)** Anonymous online support chat and searchable database of local counseling centers specializing in sexual assault. - **[BetterHelp](https://www.betterhelp.com/)** / **[Talkspace](https://www.talkspace.com/)** Online therapy platforms (some offer financial assistance or sliding scale fees). Connect with licensed therapists via video, phone, or messaging. - **[SAMHSA National Helpline](https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline)** - 1-800-662-4357 Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use disorders. ### Support Groups - **[DomesticShelters.org Support Groups](https://www.domesticshelters.org/help/support-groups)** Searchable database of domestic violence support groups by location. - **[After Silence](https://www.aftersilence.org/)** Online support community for survivors of sexual violence with moderated message boards. ---

Housing & Safety Planning

### Emergency Shelter - **[National Domestic Violence Hotline](https://www.thehotline.org/)** - 1-800-799-7233 Can provide referrals to local emergency shelters and transitional housing programs. - **[DomesticShelters.org](https://www.domesticshelters.org/)** Searchable database of 30,000+ domestic violence shelters, programs, and services across the United States and Canada. - **[Salvation Army](https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/provide-shelter/)** Emergency housing assistance and shelter services available in many communities. - **[YWCA](https://www.ywca.org/what-we-do/racial-justice-civil-rights/violence-prevention/)** Many local YWCAs operate domestic violence shelters and provide emergency housing assistance. ### Safety Planning Resources - **[myPlan App](https://www.myplanapp.org/)** Free app providing personalized safety decision support and resources for people experiencing intimate partner violence, sexual assault, or stalking. - **[NNEDV Safety Planning](https://www.thehotline.org/plan-for-safety/create-a-safety-plan/)** Comprehensive safety planning guides including technology safety and planning with children. ---

Financial Assistance

- **[YWCA Economic Empowerment Programs](https://www.ywca.org/what-we-do/economic-empowerment/)** Job training, financial literacy, and economic stability programs for survivors. - **[TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families)](https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/programs/tanf)** Cash assistance for families with dependent children. Family Violence Option allows survivors to receive waivers. - **[SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)](https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program)** Food assistance program with special provisions for domestic violence survivors. - **[Victim Compensation Programs](https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/voca/victim-compensation)** State-administered programs that reimburse victims for crime-related expenses including medical costs, counseling, lost wages, and funeral expenses. - **[Allstate Foundation Purple Purse](https://purplepurse.com/)** Financial empowerment resources, grants, and education specifically for domestic violence survivors. --- ## **Advocacy & Systemic Support** - **[National Organization for Women (NOW)](https://now.org/)** Grassroots advocacy organization working on violence against women, reproductive rights, and economic justice. - **[V-Day](https://www.vday.org/)** Global activist movement working to end violence against women and girls through education and activism. - **[National Alliance to End Sexual Violence (NAESV)](https://endsexualviolence.org/)** Voice in Washington DC for state sexual assault coalitions and local rape crisis centers. - **[Futures Without Violence](https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/)** National organization providing groundbreaking programs, policies, and campaigns to end violence against women and children. --- ## **Law Enforcement Reporting** - **Local Police Department** - Call 911 for immediate danger Request a victim advocate be present during reporting. Ask for case numbers and copies of all reports. - **[FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)](https://www.ic3.gov/)** File complaints about internet crimes including cyber stalking, harassment, and online threats. - **[State Attorney General Offices](https://www.naag.org/find-my-ag/)** Find your state's Attorney General office for reporting cyber crimes and consumer fraud. - **[VINELink](https://vinelink.vineapps.com/)** National victim notification system - receive custody status updates about offenders. ---

Documentation Best Practices

### What to Save - All communications (texts, emails, social media messages) - do NOT delete - Screenshots with dates, times, and URLs visible - Original files without editing or cropping - Physical evidence (if applicable) - Medical records and police reports - Timeline document of all incidents ### Where to Store - **[Google Drive](https://drive.google.com/)** / **[Dropbox](https://www.dropbox.com/)** - Cloud storage with strong passwords - External hard drive or USB (kept in secure location) - With trusted friend or attorney - Safety deposit box for physical copies ---

Additional Specialized Resources

- **[Love Is Respect](https://www.loveisrespect.org/)** - 1-866-331-9474 | Text "LOVEIS" to 22522 Resources specifically designed for young people (ages 13-26) experiencing dating abuse or relationship concerns. - **[National Center for Victims of Crime](https://victimsofcrime.org/)** - 1-855-4-VICTIM Resources, referrals, and advocacy for all crime victims including victim compensation assistance. - **[Office for Victims of Crime (OVC)](https://ovc.ojp.gov/)** Training, technical assistance, and funding for victim service providers and victim compensation programs. - **[National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)](https://nrcdv.org/)** Comprehensive resources and technical assistance for domestic violence advocates and programs. - **[The National Indigenous Women's Resource Center](https://www.niwrc.org/)** - 1-855-649-7299 Resources specifically for Native American and Alaska Native survivors of gender-based violence. - **[National Latin@ Network](https://nationallatinonetwork.org/)** Culturally specific resources for Latinx survivors including bilingual services. - **[The Network/La Red](https://tnlr.org/)** - 617-742-4911 Survivor-led organization supporting LGBTQ+ and polyamorous survivors of partner abuse. - **[FORGE](https://forge-forward.org/)** - 414-559-2123 Resources and advocacy specifically for transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary survivors of sexual violence. --- ## **International Resources** - **[UN Women Resources](https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women)** Global resources and country-specific information on addressing violence against women. - **[Women Against Abuse (International Directory)](https://www.womenslaw.org/find-help/finding-help-and-safety/shelters-and-programs)** International shelter and support program directory. --- ## **Important Notes** ✓ **Language Access**: Most organizations offer services in multiple languages ✓ **Immigration Status**: Resources available regardless of immigration status ✓ **LGBTQ+ Services**: Most organizations serve all gender identities and sexual orientations ✓ **Male Survivors**: All resources serve survivors of all genders ✓ **Confidentiality**: Crisis lines and advocates maintain strict confidentiality with few legal exceptions ✓ **Free Services**: Many services are free or sliding scale based on income ✓ **No Pressure**: You are never obligated to report to police or leave a relationship --- ## **Safety Reminder** If you're concerned about someone monitoring your internet activity: - Use a safe computer (library, friend's device, work computer) - Use private/incognito browsing mode - Clear your browser history after visiting these sites - Consider using a safety app like myPlan that disguises itself as a news app **If you are in immediate danger, call 911. For all other concerns, [reach out to Second Dawn confidentially](https://www.seconddawn.ai/get-started).** --- *This resource guide is regularly updated. Last updated: January 2026* *For additional resources or to suggest updates, visit the organizations listed above.* --- Source: https://seconddawn.org/blog/resources