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Children Youth and Families Department (CYFD): 800-797-3260

Esperanza Shelter for Battered Families: 800-473-5220

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A Guide for Mothers, Grandmothers, and Others for Helping a Girl Caught in Prostitution or Sex Trafficking Every year tens of thousands of young people, especially young girls, become trapped into prostitution. Mothers, grandmothers, and others close to the young women, are usually the first to suspect the girl is in trouble. They're also the most likely to care deeply, and the most willing to fight long and hard to help the young woman. The purpose of this guide is to provide you with tips, information, and resources to help you fight as effectively as possible to help a girl involved in prostitution.
Aardvark: An Abuse, Rape and Domestic Violence Aid and Resource Collection
Abuse in Same-Sex Relationships Domestic violence is a widespread problem that occurs all over the United States, in fact, domestic violence problems occur all over the world. The term domestic violence is generally applied to married couples, however the problem occurs between unmarried couples, as well as same-sex couples. Domestic violence statistics can be shocking, studies show that one in four women experience domestic violence in their lifetime, and women are not the only ones subject to violence. While women do account for 85% of victims, while men account for 15%. Often times when people think of domestic violence, they think of heterosexuals couple, but domestic violence occurs in gay and lesbian relationships more often than thought, in fact the rates of domestic violence in same-sex relationships is about the same as in heterosexual relationships.
AllyWeek.org Allies play a vital role in making schools safer for all students, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. In fact, the first Gay-Straight Alliance was the idea of a straight ally. Students created Ally Week as a way to build upon the unifying work GSAs do across the country by encouraging people to be allies against anti-LGBT name-calling, bullying and harassment in schools. Whether you belong to a GSA or not, Ally Week is the perfect time for you and your friends to sign the Ally Pledge.
American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence Mobilizing the legal profession to provide access to justice and safety for victims of domestic violence. Includes a compilation of national studies and statistics.
Another Closet: Domestic Violence in Gay and Lesbian Relationships A very good site from Australia on same-sex domestic violence
Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force Strategy and Operations E-Guide Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force Strategy and Operations e-Guide The Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force Strategy and Operations e-Guide, developed by the Office for Victims of Crime and the Bureau of Justice Assistance, is a new e-learning tool providing: Direction and development to form new anti-human trafficking Task Forces Ideas to strengthen existing anti-human trafficking Task Forces Creative strategies, examples, and lessons learned from existing Task Forces Links to valued tools, trainings, and resources If you have any questions or experience technical difficulties, please contact OVC TTAC at HumanTrafficking@ovcttac.org or 1-866-OVC-TTAC (1-866-682-8822).
Battered Women's Justice Project The Battered Women's Justice Project offers training, technical assistance, and consultation on the most promising practices of the criminal and civil justice system in addressing domestic violence. They also are a clearinghouse of articles and research on victim safety and offender accountability.
Break the Cycle Break the Cycle engages, educates and empowers youth to build lives and communities free from domestic and dating violence.
Center for Judicial Excellence Since it's founding in 2006, CJE has filled a critical void, shining a light on a vital branch of government that wields tremendous power over the lives of average people. CJE has empowered citizen leadership, inspired government action, and become a major catalyst in building a national movement for family court reform. Beginning in 2008, CJE made a special commitment to protecting the rights of children and vulnerable populations in the courts. This year, CJE will continue our successful campaign to promote the safety of children in California's family courts... and in courts across the nation.
Center for Problem-Oriented Policing This guide begins by describing the problem of domestic violence and reviewing factors that increase its risks.† It then identifies a series of questions to help you analyze your local domestic violence problem. Finally, it reviews responses to the problem and what is known about these from evaluative research and police practice.
Child Find of America A hotline (5:30am to 9:00 pm MST) for reporting missing children and sighting missing children. Hotline: 1-800-I-Am-lost
Covenant House Nineline Immediate help in crisis situations, including Operation Home Free which provides transportation home for runaways. Hotline: 1-800-999-9999
Creative Nonviolence Project A blog developed by Ray Lopez, a local Santa Fean, who works with issues of men and nonviolence.
El Centro de Igualdad y Derechos El Centro works to inform immmigrants about their rights and change public policy to ensure that local law enforcement does not enforce federal immigration law.
Enlace Northern New Mexico The Northern New Mexico ENLACE Project is a collaboration of community colleges, a university, high schools, and community organizations designed to produce more Latino and Hispanic high school and college graduates across a diverse region of five counties.
Faith Trust Institute FaithTrust Institute is an international, multifaith organization working to end sexual and domestic violence. We provide communities and advocates with the tools and knowledge they need to address the religious and cultural issues related to abuse. FaithTrust Institute works with many communities, including Asian and Pacific Islander, Buddhist, Jewish, Latino/a, Muslim, Black, Anglo, Indigenous, Protestant and Roman Catholic.
Founding Fathers Campaign Begun on Father's Day, 2003, the campaign invites men to help change society and make it safe for all families.
Gay and Lesbian National Hotline Counseling services and referrals specific to the gay and lesbian community. Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
Girls & Boys Town National Hotline The Boys Town National Hotline is a 24-hour crisis, resource and referral line. Trained counselors can respond to your questions every day of the week, 365 days a year. We can help teens and parents with suicide prevention, depression, school issues, parenting troubles, runaways, relationship problems, physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, chemical dependency, anger and much more. Hotline: 800-448-3000
Girls Inc. National Resource Center Fact Sheets With roots dating to 1864, Girls Incorporated has worked to meet girls' changing needs. Research, evaluation and training conducted by the organization's National Resource Center provide the foundation for all Girls Inc. programs.
Healthy Teen Network Healthy Teen Network is devoted to making a difference in the lives of teens and young families. We are a national organization focused on adolescent health and well-being with an emphasis on teen pregnancy prevention, teen pregnancy, and teen parenting.
Jodi's Law The purpose of this site is to provide an easy access point for information and links relating to Jodi's Law and other stalking laws.
Lethality Assessment Resources Maryland instituted a 10 questions lethality assessment in 2007 with success based on Campbell's research (2005). Also read article at PoliceOne.com
Love is Not Abuse A helpful and easy-to-use web resource aimed at educating adults and teens about abusive relationships, developed by Liz Claiborne, Inc.
National Child Abuse Hotline 24-hour hotline offers crisis counseling on sexual abuse, domestic violence, rape, and missing children. Hotline: 1-800-24-A-child
National Drug Information Treatment and Referral Hotline Information, support, treatment options and referrals to local rehab centers for any type of drug or alcohol problem. 24 hour hotline. Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP
National Hotline for Missing and Exploited Children A hotline for reporting missing children and sighting missing children (5am-9pm MST). Hotline: 1-800-843-5678
National Runaway Switchboard Call if you are a teenager who is thinking of running away from home or if you have a friend who has run and is looking for help, or if you are a runaway ready to go home through the Home Free Program. Anonymous, confidential and free. Hotline: 1-800-786-2929
National Safe Place Safe Place is the first step to help for any youth in crisis or at risk. This community collaboration program, operated by youth shelters or youth serving agencies make it possible for any youth to access help at locations including fast food restaurants, convenience stores, fire stations, libraries and city buses which display the Safe Place sign. Youth can easily find help at Safe Place sites in their own neighborhood whenever they need it. Safe Place connects youth to immediate help and safety and offers supportive services to both youth and their families.
National Sexual Assault Hotline Free confidential counseling and support for victims of sexual abuse. Calls are immediately routed to the nearest rape crisis center. Hotline: 1-800-656-hope
National Teen Dating Abuse Help Hotline: 1-866-331-9474
National Tribal Justice Resource Center The National Tribal Justice Resource Center is the largest and most comprehensive site dedicated to tribal justice systems, personnel and tribal law. The Resource Center is the central national clearinghouse of information for Native American and Alaska Native tribal courts, providing both technical assistance and resources for the development and enhancement of tribal justice system personnel. Programs and services developed by the Resource Center are offered to all tribal justice system personnel -- whether working with formalized tribal courts or with tradition-based tribal dispute resolution forums.
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New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs (NMCSAP) The New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs, a private, non-profit organization, was created and continues to exist to provide services to professionals (medical, mental health, law enforcement, social services) which will assist them to offer appropriate services to victims of sexual abuse.
New Mexico Crime Victims Reparation Commission CVRC is dedicated to providing a variety of services to victims of crime. CVRC was formed in 1981 under the Crime Victims Reparation Act. Our primary mission is to provide financial assistance to victims of violent crime in regard to expenses incurred as a result of being victimized.
New Mexico Criminal Justice Resource Directory The New Mexico Criminal Justice Resource Directory is a comprehensive searchable listing of local, state, tribal and federal criminal and juvenile justice contacts in New Mexico. Listings include agencies, programs and services in law enforcement, courts, corrections, human services, juvenile, research and other topical areas.
New Mexico Domestic Violence Hotline Hotline: 1-800-773-3645
New Mexico Domestic Violence Legal Resources Hotline Hotline: 877-974-3400
New Mexico Suicide Prevention (Agora) For people who are depressed, suicidal, or concerned about someone they love. Connects callers to a certified crisis center and trained counselors. Hotline: 1-866-HELP-1-nm
New Mexico Victims' Rights Project The New Mexico Victims' Rights Project is dedicated to providing education and enforcement of victims' constitutional rights. The Project is a joint effort of the DWI Resource Center and other victim assistance organizations, and is available to assist all victims of crime. The goal of the Victims' Rights Project is to help victims meet their legal, financial and emotional needs through: pro bono legal counsel; assistance in information and case tracking; representation at court hearings; assistance in creating victim impact statements and filing for restitution; and facilitating contact with support groups and other victim resources.
NM Secretary of State Confidential Address Program The U.S. Department of Justice estimates that over one million individuals are abused every year. Fortunately, there is a confidential mail-forwarding program administered by the Secretary of State's office called the Confidential Address Program "CAP" that helps New Mexican's escape abusive partners. This program could be your begining to a brighter future and anonymity from people looking to harm you.
NMLA HelpLine New Mexico Legal Aid is pleased to announce the NMLA HelpLine, a statewide service providing free legal information and referrals to callers on issues related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The HelpLine will be staffed with an attorney Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Language translation is available for callers. 505-243-4300 or 1-877-974-3400 If you would like more information or have questions, please contact Erin Olson at 248-3155 or erino@nmla.org. Please help us spread the word. Erin Olson Staff Attorney New Mexico Legal Aid PO Box 25486 Albuquerque, NM 87125 505-248-3155 - phone 505-248-3197 - fax Hotline: 877-974-3400
Practical Implications of Current Domestic Violence Research: For Law Enforcement, Prosecutors and Judges
Praxis International Praxis International, Inc. is a nonprofit research and training organization that works toward the elimination of violence in the lives of women and children. We work with local, statewide, and national reform initiatives to bridge the gap between what people need and what institutions provide. Since 1996, we have worked with advocacy organizations, intervention agencies, and inter-agency collaborations to create a clear and cooperative agenda for social change in their communities.
Questions to Ask Before You Hire An Attorney Good information for someone looking for legal representation in a divorce or custody situation.
Reel Fathers Reel Fathers uses the power of cinema and reflective activities to honor and celebrate involved fathers, and to heal, renew, and deepen the lifelong connections between fathers and their children - supporting stronger, more stable family relationships.
Resource Guide for Military and Veteran Program Staff on Domestic Violence
SafeandRespectful.org The Prevention Subcommittee is made up of dedicated people who believe that in order for our children to grow up and become healthy and happy adults we need to start teaching them as young people how to have safe and respectful relationships. The members of the Prevention Subcommittee strive to be ambassadors for intimate partner violence prevention by proactively engaging on individual, community and policy levels.
Santa Fe Tobacco Disparities Committee Resources for the LBGTQI community to help in prevention or quitting tobacco use in all forms. Information on a wide variety of LBGTQI-friendly health and wellness resources and providers as well. Contact Douglas Conwell at: dconwell@sfps.info) Ph: 505-467-2526 C: 505-470-9753
Tips for Partnering with Employers Adapted from the Family Violence Prevention Fund, "The Workplace Responds to Domestic Violence: A Resource Guide for Employers, Unions and Advocates," edited by Donna Norton, Esq., Stephen T. Moskey, Ph.D. and Elizabeth Bernstein (January 1, 1998)
Veterans for Peace Continuing to serve the country and our planet.
WomensLaw.org State-by-state legal information and resources for domestic violence.
Workplaces Respond to Domestic and Sexual Violence Offers information on the Internet for the benefit of those interested in providing effective workplace responses to victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, dating violence and stalking.