There is no excuse for violence against women. Yet every day, thousands of women are beaten, abused, raped, even murdered at the hands of family members, acquaintances, and those they love.
Women who are
abused are not faceless strangers; they are our neighbors, friends,
co-workers, and relatives. Women who are abused come from every
economic background and every age and stage of life. You may be
experiencing abuse yourself, hiding the fact that you're living in an
impossible situation because you're too terrified to reach out for
help.
No One 'Deserves It'
If you have been abused, no matter what’s been said to you, know this: You did not deserve it. The abuse is not your fault. It’s hard to admit what is happening to you, but acknowledging abuse is the first step towards getting help and getting out of an abusive situation.Just A Phone Call Away
There are a number of resources in most communities, but if you have nowhere to turn, two national hotlines can quickly connect you with local help and assistance:National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
National
Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673.
Online Assistance
If you need to
find out more about resources and options before you feel comfortable
enough to pick up a phone, RAINN
– the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network – can link
you to a national sexual assault online hotline that's available
24/7.
RAINN also has
in-depth articles and detailed, helpful information on a wide range
of subjects specific to women and abuse.
Resources:
-Remember
it is never your fault and you are not alone!
-Birdy
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