August 2019 NC Human Trafficking Cases
4-year-old NC girl found in Texas with human traffickers, police say Eastern North Carolina August 2, 2019 The missing 4-year-old Fayetteville girl who authorities had considered endangered was found in…
Polaris Project releases state numbers
Polaris Project – the nonprofit that operates the National Human Trafficking Hotline – recently released state-by-state numbers of human trafficking cases. Each year, the National Human Trafficking Hotline receives thousands…
NO! MEANS NO!
NO! MEANS NO! Common rape myths: Victims who truly resist cannot be raped Only women can be sexually assaulted No really doesn’t always mean no! Nice girls don’t get raped…
Dating Dangers
Know how to spot abuse before it gets physical Violence often starts with little things that can be denied, ignored or forgiven. But, from there, a pattern of violence can…
Hyde County Hotline – Addressing Human Trafficking and Exploitation
Hyde County Hotline Addressing Human Trafficking and Exploitation through Collaboration, Outreach & Awareness Education P.O. Box 335 Engelhard, NC 27824 Office Phone: 252-925-2502 Fax: 252-925-2501 24-Hour Crisis Line: 252-925-2500 www.hydecounty-hotline.org…
Healing from Abusive Relationships – For Teens & Young Adults
Relationships – whether with your friends, someone you are dating or hanging out with, or with parents or teachers – are so important to our lives. Healthy relationships create a…
How Beauty Boosts Confidence
Helping survivors shine, one lipstick at a time by Stephanie Thurrott When Sheryl Kurland had a tough day growing up, her mom would always say, “Sheryl, just put on a…
This Is What Abuse Looks Like
Spotting the signs, red flags and warning signals of abuse could save your life By domesticshelters.org Sometimes the hardest part about getting help when you’re with an abuser is recognizing…
What is Domestic Violence?
Know the 5 types of domestic violence Domestic violence isn’t always visible. There may be no outward signs of abuse, no visits to the ER—but violence can still be occurring.…
How to Get Out of an Abusive Relationship
Getting out of an abusive relationship isn’t easy, but you deserve to live free of fear. Here’s how to find help for abused and battered women. If you’re in an…