Helping Survivors
MissionHelping Survivors' mission is to provide comprehensive legal assistance and support to survivors of sexual violence, ensuring they have access to the justice and resources needed to rebuild their lives.
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OverviewHelping Survivors is passionate group of experts and advocates who believe individuals who have experienced sexual assault, abuse, or harassment deserve to know their rights and options. Their mission is to ensure that survivors have access to justice, resources, and the support needed to rebuild their lives. Offering a range of services including legal guidance, advocacy, and connections to critical resources, Helping Survivors stands as a vital lifeline, empowering individuals to navigate their healing journey with the help and protection they deserve.
Who This HelpsIf you are seeking legal counseling and representation, Helping Survivors connects survivors with specialized attorneys who understand the nuances of sexual violence cases, offer crisis counseling to address immediate emotional needs, and provide resources for long-term mental health support. They also guide survivors through the often confusing processes of obtaining protective orders, pressing charges, and understanding their rights within the legal system. By offering practical assistance like helping with paperwork and court preparation, as well as emotional support through a network of counselors and peer advocates, Helping Survivors transforms the daunting into action.
How They Can HelpLegal Support: Helping Survivors share information regarding legal rights and options.
Introductions: Through their vast network, they can introduce you to law firms experienced in helping survivors in your situation. Additionally, they can introduce you to organizations that specialize in the mental health support you request and beyond with your individual needs in mind.
Information: Their approach and personalized support to survivors are crafted with sincerity and authenticity by experts with firsthand experience.
“You can’t confidently take the first step in a journey if you don’t know the path ahead. We hope that by shining a light on the survivor’s rights and options and providing transparent and authentic information about the reality of these options that survivors can move forward and find healing.”
- Helping Survivors