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Pioneers. Advocates. Survivors. Moving Victims of Violence from Crisis to Confidence for 40 Years

Our Vision

Safe Horizon envisions a society free of family and community violence. We will lead the way by empowering victims of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking to move from crisis to confidence.

What We Do →

Safe Horizon is the nation’s leading victim assistance organization. Our mission is to provide support, prevent violence, and promote justice for victims of crime and abuse, their families and communities.

Domestic Violence
Survivors of domestic violence rebuild their lives through counseling, short term housing, legal and court help and safety planning.
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Child Abuse
Children who have suffered sexual abuse or severe physical abuse are treated by caring teams who help these children and families heal.
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Rape and Sexual Assault
Survivors of rape and sexual assault find help navigating medical, legal and mental health options.
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Human Trafficking
Survivors of labor and sex trafficking in New York City reclaim their rights with the help of compassionate advocates and attorneys with thorough knowledge of issues that affect them.
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Client-Centered Practice (CCP)

We believe our clients are the experts in their own lives and collaborate with each client in addressing risks, needs, and concerns that are most important to that individual. We offer support, information, and expertise so that each client can choose their own path.

Stalking
Survivors of stalking are provided with a place to discuss their safety options, counseling, as well as advocacy with the police and courts.
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Youth Homelessness
Homeless and street-involved young people thrive at our welcoming facilities that provide shelter, daily living essentials, and help. Our staff work with youth up to age 24 to help them seek stability.
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Victims of Other Abuse
We help victims of all types of crime and abuse including: robbery, assault, harassment, elder abuse, gang violence, community violence, and families affected by homicide move from crisis to confidence.
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Policy and Research

Leading experts on legislation, policy and budgetary advocacy; program evaluation and design; and the implementation of cutting-edge interventions in the field of victim services.

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Our Impact

Safe Horizon’s toll-free hotlines are gateways to assistance for tens of thousands of victims each year.

1726 telephone counseling sessions for survivors of human trafficking were provided in 2017.
227 survivors of human trafficking were helped by our Anti-Trafficking Program in 2017.
97228 calls answered on our three hotlines in 2017.
8422 children received critical services from the expert teams at our Child Advocacy Centers in 2017.

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Programs
At the Helm of the Hotlines: How Kia Leads Services for Survivors of Crime and Abuse
Kia Myrie-Edwards Hotlines Director
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Stories
Terry Crews: I Wanted to Save my Mother
Terry Crews Brings Crowd to Tears Talking About Abusive Father
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News from the Field
Child Trauma Response Team Pilot Program: Key Findings and Results
Child Trauma Response Team Pilot Program Key Findings and Results
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