National Human Trafficking Hotline
24/7 confidential support for victims and survivors of sex and labor trafficking, with help available in more than 200 languages.
Call: 1-888-373-7888
Text: 233733
TTY: 711
Support first
You do not have to
do this alone.
ESFB is not a crisis service. These established organizations can provide confidential support or connect survivors with appropriate services.
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Free, confidential, 24/7 support for survivors of sexual assault and abuse.
Call: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
Text: HOPE to 64673
Emergency danger
If you or another person is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services. Avoid confronting a suspected trafficker or abuser yourself.
United States: 911
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