Trauma Takes Time
You’re invited to join Safe Horizon, survivors, and advocates for a rally in Times Square as we launch a public service announcement affirming what we know to be true: trauma takes time, and Safe Horizon is here for survivors, 24/7. Monday, October 19…
Safe Horizon's Domestic Violence Law Project (DVLP) Request for Services Form
This form provides a way for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or family violence to request support on a family law matter from the Domestic Violence Law Project. We’ll ask you for your name and contact details, some information about what’s happening, what you’re looking for help with, and…
Help us pass the SAFE Shelter Act
When the state doesn’t act, Safe Horizon does. Every year, 250,000 people who have experienced violence, abuse, or exploitation seek safety through our services. We offer immediate and practical support like a hot meal, someone to talk to, and a safe place to sleep, as well as deep,…
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Thank you for urging Governor Hochul to pass the SAFE Shelter act. When the state doesn’t act, Safe Horizon does. Every year, 250,000 people who have experienced violence, abuse, or exploitation seek safety through our services. We offer immediate and practical support like a hot meal, someone…
Brooklyn Fall Fest
Celebrating 30 years of our Brooklyn Child Advocacy Center. Please register below.
Payroll Giving
Support survivors of violence through payroll giving. Search the form below to see if your employer offers automatic donations each pay period. You may also be eligible for your employer to match the donations too, and your payroll deductions are tax deductible. Safe Horizon provides immediate, practical support,…
Single survivors need shelter also
I spent three months in a domestic violence shelter last year, and it saved my life. But I only got there after waiting for a month, making call after call to a hotline and being told to wait. It wore me down, mentally and emotionally.
‘I am Jane Doe’: Cornell case spurs women to share their experiences of sexual assault on campus
As details about a former Cornell University student’s rape allegation unfold publicly, women are rallying on social media to express support for the woman known as “Jane Doe.” They are sharing their own experiences with sexual assault on campus and what they say were inadequate responses from their universities…
How Domestic Violence Impacts the Whole Family
Domestic violence doesn’t happen in isolation and domestic violence affects more than the person experiencing the abuse. It can affect children, youth, caregivers, siblings, and the entire family system. Children may hear arguments, witness violence, experience changes in routines, see a caregiver afraid, or feel responsible for keeping the…