A list of links you can share with a person who is in an abusive relationship

You can share safe links with your friend, making sure their browser history is not monitored by their abuser.

As a friend or as a parent, you might not know how to help your LGBT loved ones who are experiencing abuse. Here's a list of US-based websites with resources and articles for LGBTQ+ individuals experiencing abuse:

National Organizations & Hotlines for People in Abusive Relationships

• The National Domestic Violence Hotline:

  • Website: thehotline.org

  • This site offers a wealth of information on different types of abuse, safety planning, and resources. They also have a live chat option.

• National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP):

  • Website: ncavp.org

  • NCAVP focuses on violence against LGBTQ+ individuals and provides resources, reports, and advocacy.

• The Trevor Project:

  • Website: thetrevorproject.org

  • Specifically for LGBTQ+ youth (but with valuable information for all), they offer crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and resources related to abuse.

• Lambda Legal:

  • Website: lambdalegal.org

  • This organization provides legal resources and information related to LGBTQ+ rights, including those pertaining to domestic violence.

Articles and Educational Resources

• The Network/La Red:

  • Website: tnrl.org

  • This organization has a lot of great articles focusing on abuse in LGTBQ relationships.

• Human Rights Campaign (HRC):

  • Website: hrc.org

  • HRC offers resources and information on domestic violence within the LGBTQ+ community, including articles and guides.

• GLAAD (Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation):

  • Website: glaad.org

  • While not solely focused on abuse, GLAAD provides resources and information on LGBTQ+ issues, which can be helpful in understanding the context of abuse.

Important Notes:

• Encourage your friend or relative to prioritize their safety. If they are in immediate danger, they should call 911.

• These resources are confidential, and your friend can access them without fear of being "outed."

• It is very important to make sure that the abuser is not able to see the search history of the person who is being abused.