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The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides free, confidential, 24/7 support for women experiencing domestic abuse anywhere in Hawaii. Call 800-799-7233, text START to 88788, or chat online at thehotline.org. Trained advocates offer safety planning, help accessing local shelters, legal resources, and emotional support. Available in more than 200 languages. No insurance or ID required — your safety and privacy are the top priorities.
800-799-7233 · Statewide Phone Service · 24/7 · Visit Website
The Hawaii State Coalition Against Domestic Violence coordinates statewide DV prevention efforts and connects women with local domestic violence programs across all islands. Located at 716 Umi St Suite 210 in Honolulu, call 808-832-9316 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. HSCADV supports local member organizations, advocates for survivors' rights in state policy, and provides training to community partners. They can help you find the right shelter or program in your county.
808-832-9316 · 716 Umi St Suite 210, Honolulu, HI 96819 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
The Domestic Violence Action Center provides free legal advocacy, safety planning, and support services for domestic violence survivors on Oahu. Call 808-531-3771 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or reach their 24/7 hotline for emergencies. DVAC helps survivors obtain temporary restraining orders, navigate family court, and access shelter and community resources. Services are completely free and confidential for DV survivors.
808-531-3771 · P.O. Box 3198, Honolulu, HI 96801 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Hotline 24/7 · Visit Website
DV shelter and services for Maui County
808-579-9581 · Maui, HI (confidential location) · 24/7 Hotline
DV support services for Hawaii Island
808-959-8864 · Hilo, HI (confidential location) · 24/7 Hotline · Visit Website
DV shelter and advocacy for Kauai County
808-245-6362 · Lihue, HI (confidential location) · 24/7 Hotline · Visit Website
1-800-799-SAFE (7233) — 24/7 free confidential help for victims of domestic abuse. Call, text START to 88788, or chat online.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
1-866-331-9474 — 24/7 support for young people experiencing dating abuse. Text LOVEIS to 22522 or chat online.
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1-844-7NATIVE — culturally appropriate domestic and dating violence helpline for Native Americans.
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NCADV — coalition of state DV coalitions. Survivor resources, policy advocacy, and safety planning.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website
National nonprofit working to prevent and end violence against women and children. Resources and training.
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Searchable database of every domestic violence shelter and program in the US — find help near you.
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Resources and culturally specific support for AAPI women experiencing violence.
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Mobilizing Latinas and Latin@ communities to end gender-based violence. Bilingual resources and shelter.
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US Department of Justice office implementing the Violence Against Women Act. Funding and resources.
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1-800-656-HOPE — Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network. 24/7 free confidential support for sexual assault survivors.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website