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Dick Bastardly
Aug 22, 2012

Muttley is SKYNET!!!
This seems like a better thread idea :)

here's one: https://www.ncadv.org

Feel free to post constructively about supporting victims of abuse.

Not Wolverine posted:

https://giantsinthesky.com/survivors-fund/

A fundraiser by Logan Day to help cover legal expenses, and at least 50% of the funds will be set aside for other victims of domestic violence.

Edit: fixed link
Edit 2: no I didn't gently caress hang on
Edit 3: maybe I got it right this time
Edit 4: Added Logan Day's fundraiser link to OP per request.

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EDIT 5 (GM) thread unstuck for now.. I've linked to it from the RAINN thread op, and from a post in there. If this thread needs to be stuck again, :justpost:.

Somebody fucked around with this message at 17:50 on Jul 24, 2020

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Dick Bastardly
Aug 22, 2012

Muttley is SKYNET!!!
https://greatnonprofits.org/categories/view/domestic-violence

A bunch of links to non-profits that you can spend your money on instead of Lowtax's patreon, etc.

Dick Bastardly
Aug 22, 2012

Muttley is SKYNET!!!
It seems a lot of the support networks in the US are at the state level. If anyone wants to compile links per state and/or international support groups feel free. I may attempt the task myself as time permits and if I am able depending on my status as a free person.

HugeGrossBurrito
Mar 20, 2018
stuck

Arrhythmia
Jul 22, 2011

Dick Bastardly posted:

It seems a lot of the support networks in the US are at the state level. If anyone wants to compile links per state and/or international support groups feel free. I may attempt the task myself as time permits and if I am able depending on my status as a free person.

Is there any support network in, say, Missouri, I could donate to. I want to be as spiteful as possible.

Drink-Mix Man
Mar 4, 2003

You are an odd fellow, but I must say... you throw a swell shindig.

These guys do good work in the Pacific Islander/Asian community in California, especially those who have a hard time seeking help due to language barriers: https://www.my-sisters-house.org

These guys are in Puerto Rico and were really busy during the earthquakes and hurricanes, which exacerbated incidents of abuse. They also run projects like helping document murders against trans women, which often get neglected by PR authorities: https://www.proyectomatria.org/

Both are vetted to be data-driven and have no underlying religious agenda.

Drink-Mix Man fucked around with this message at 23:07 on Jun 24, 2020

Dick Bastardly
Aug 22, 2012

Muttley is SKYNET!!!

Arrhythmia posted:

Is there any support network in, say, Missouri, I could donate to. I want to be as spiteful as possible.

https://www.mocadsv.org

Wall Balls
Jun 3, 2007

Spanish Castle Magic

:denmark: goons can give to KFUK's Reden shelters here

https://kfuksa.dk/stot

here's a list of local crisis centers. they don't all have websites with easy donation methods so you may have to contact them to support them

https://levudenvold.dk/for-fagfolk/krisecentre-og-andre-raadgivningstilbud/kvindekrisecentre/

paul_soccer12
Jan 5, 2020

by Fluffdaddy
:10bux::synpa:

Dick Bastardly
Aug 22, 2012

Muttley is SKYNET!!!
I am cross posting the following without the mod's or OP's permission.

Also, not related to the quote, but a good tidbit of info imo: you are responsible to yourself for researching and vetting any organization or link posted in this thread as to verify the veracity of the organization's mission and use of donations.

Jon Joe posted:

Things that you can do right now to help:

1. Donate to RAINN: https://donate.rainn.org/donate
2. Talk to people in your communities about what's happening, and encourage them to donate to RAINN as well. Threads, discords, whatever!
3. Don't be a wrecker who vaults the destruction of their posting enemies or mods above tangible gains, such as donations to RAINN or the discontinuation of Lowtax's funding/ownership.

If Jon Joe doesn't want this post here, I will be happy to edit it out.

Edit: fixed misspelling of goon Joe's username

Dick Bastardly fucked around with this message at 00:10 on Jun 25, 2020

Ritznit
Dec 19, 2012

I'm crackers for cheese.

Ultra Carp
A few organisations in Germany/for German speakers:

Organisation and hotline that supports female victims of abuse/domestic violence: https://www.frauen-gegen-gewalt.de/de/hilfe-beratung.html (avaible in German)

Supportive hotline specifically for muslims in crisis, whether it's abuse or otherwise: http://mutes.de/home.html (avaible in German and Turkish)

Hotline for male victims of domestic violence or abuse: https://www.maennerhilfetelefon.de/ (avaible in German)

Hotline and email support for German LGBTQ+ people: https://rosastrippe.net/beratung/ (avaible in German)

cwinkle
Mar 7, 2008
forums.somethingawful.com

No better place.

420 20
Apr 21, 2020

cwinkle posted:

forums.somethingawful.com

No better place.

Stairs
Oct 13, 2004
Is there a way to directly donate to Ashlii? I'd like to help her get out of the shelter and get her kid back.

Brrrmph
Feb 27, 2016

Слава Україні!
Minnesota Goons.

https://www.sojournerproject.org/

My friend works here and they do incredible work.

Crusty Nutsack
Apr 21, 2005

SUCK LASER, COPPERS


In the Kansas City/Lee's Summit area: http://www.hopehouse.net

Negostrike
Aug 15, 2015


Cases of domestic abuse are increasing alarmingly here in Brazil, especially with the quarantine measures. If you've been keeping up with world news, the virus is hitting us particularly hard.

That being said, here's some institutions you can donate:

Mes da Favela (Favela Mothers), supporting mothers who live in the poorest parts of our cities
https://www.vakinha.com.br/vaquinha/ajude-a-cufa-no-projeto-maes-da-favela

Mirabal Women's Occupation, a women shelter in my hometown.
https://apoia.se/mulheresmirabal?fbclid=IwAR3KaJdcVJivqblFcHWhgrH0ayITUoOYYmjHvrqvq07fywQ7L8iTbrZjN8w

imandyyo
Mar 19, 2012
https://avaloncenter.org Virginia organization

WonderfulWino
Sep 26, 2004

The grape wont cut me loose.
https://winred.com/

pick your state and donate

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Poohs Packin
Jan 13, 2019

https://www.bdvs.org.au/

for Queensland or Brisbane based goons.

spacing in vienna
Jan 4, 2007

people they want us to fall down
but we won't ever touch the ground
we're perfectly balanced, we float around
til no one is here, do you hear the sound?


Lipstick Apathy

WonderfulWino posted:

https://winred.com/

pick your state and donate

gently caress off with this poo poo.

Edited to add a legit link:

Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh

This is their four star review at Charity Navigator

spacing in vienna fucked around with this message at 08:10 on Jun 26, 2020

Chernobyl Princess
Jul 31, 2009

It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important.

:siren:thunderdome winner:siren:

Baltimore, MD resources

Women's domestic violence shelter: https://hruth.org/get-help/shelter-options/

Case managment support for LGBTQ+ folx in crisis: http://www.pridecentermd.org/case-management/

Free mental health counseling services: https://probonocounseling.org/

American goons: If you need a therapist but don't know how to start the process, or just want some support navigating the Too drat Many Options, PM me or contact me on one of the discords, I use the same name. I can help you create a short list of options in your area.

Poohs Packin
Jan 13, 2019

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Poohs Packin fucked around with this message at 06:49 on Jun 27, 2020

Poohs Packin
Jan 13, 2019

WonderfulWino posted:

https://winred.com/

pick your state and donate

ban and gently caress off

this is a thread for supporting victims

Poohs Packin fucked around with this message at 01:22 on Jun 28, 2020

No. 6
Jun 30, 2002
Probation
Can't post for 3 hours!

WonderfulWino posted:

https://winred.com/

pick your state and donate

Wow, look at this douche.

Thora
Aug 21, 2006

Look on my Posts, ye Mighty, and despair!
Nothing beside remains. Round the decay
Of that colossal Wreck, boundless and bare
The lone and level sands stretch far away
Michigoons:

https://www.michigan.gov/som/0,4669,7-192-29941_30586_240---,00.html
Has a list of resources sorted by county.

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-71548_7261---,00.html
More state links

https://www.haven-oakland.org/get-help/resources
More - ton of links

https://mcedsv.org/
Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence

E: For male victims of DV (somewhat limited - Wisconsin: Marinette & Oconto Counties, Michigan: Menominee County, probably has a database of associated agencies in other local-ish counties, wouldn't hurt to give them a call if you need to)
https://therainbowhouse.us/male-victims-of-domestic-abuse/

Thora fucked around with this message at 06:22 on Jun 27, 2020

SpellingError
May 7, 2014
Some more links for German goons and lurkers:

Homepage of the ministry for family, seniors, women and youths: https://www.bmfsfj.de/bmfsfj/themen/gleichstellung/frauen-vor-gewalt-schuetzen/haeusliche-gewalt/haeusliche-gewalt/80642
You'll find a lot of resources here. From statistics and texts of law over brochures and flyers to links to external support and help organisations.

If you're based in Berlin and experiencing domestic violence, you'll find help here: https://www.big-berlin.info/

Lots of resources, information and support options here: https://www.re-empowerment.de/
If you're not sure if you are experiencing violence in your marriage/relationship, check it out. It's only available in German (afaik), but it really helps to open your eyes if you're caught in a violent relationship withour realizing it.

Of course, there's always the Hilfetelefon: https://www.hilfetelefon.de/
Available in German, French, English, Spanish, Russian, Turkish, sign language and easy language. Apparantly, their phone line offers consultation in 17 languages. If you're to shy to phone, they offer chats and e-mail as contact options.

Now, most of these online resources concentrate on women as victims of domestic abuse and are specialized in helping women. Finding help is so much harder if you're a male victim of violence. However, check out this site: https://staerker-als-gewalt.de/
Stronger than violence offers quite a lot of resources and information for male victims of domestic violence.

Finally, as someone who has worked with victims of domestiv abuse in the past (indeed I still have one client who suffers frequent abuse from her boyfriend), I've got a few things to say that every victim needs to hear and understand before they are able to accept help:

No, that's not love.
No, that's not normal.
No, that's not your fault.
No, he/she will not change.

No, you're not alone.
No, you don't have to suffer this.
Yes, there is help.
Yes, things will start to become better when you accept external help.

fist4jesus
Nov 24, 2002

The_Continental posted:

ban and gently caress off

this is a thread for supporting women

So is it that only women can be victims? Or are they the only ones who should be supported?

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Dick Bastardly
Aug 22, 2012

Muttley is SKYNET!!!
The thread is for links to organizations that support victims of domestic abuse.

Edit: How each org defines "victim of domestic abuse" is something to look into when choosing the right one for you to donate to or otherwise support.

Dick Bastardly fucked around with this message at 18:42 on Jun 27, 2020

Poohs Packin
Jan 13, 2019

fist4jesus posted:

So is it that only women can be victims? Or are they the only ones who should be supported?

Neither of these things. Lets leave bad faith arguments out of here.

All the "what about men" poo poo falls apart when you realize many if not all the services provide aid regardless of gender.

I have edited my original post to be more inclusive.

https://www.redrosefoundation.com.au

Street Soldier
Oct 28, 2005

An egotistical being like myself can't be allowed to live...
https://www.patreon.com/GamingGarbage

If you wanna support a real victim of domestic abuse.

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spacing in vienna
Jan 4, 2007

people they want us to fall down
but we won't ever touch the ground
we're perfectly balanced, we float around
til no one is here, do you hear the sound?


Lipstick Apathy

Street Soldier posted:

https://www.patreon.com/GamingGarbage

If you wanna support a real victim of domestic abuse.

You know, the loving worst thing about the trolls in this thread is that none of them have even managed to be funny.

Jose
Jul 24, 2007

Adrian Chiles is a broadcaster and writer
It really shouldn't need to be said but if you're shittily troll this thread you're getting a month off

No. 6
Jun 30, 2002
Probation
Can't post for 3 hours!
There's a battered women's shelter in Lee's Summit, Missouri.

*checks notes*

Oh, it seems it's just a house filled with battered women.

Lil Devil
Feb 21, 2008

by Jeffrey of YOSPOS
Tamashii Black Belt Academy

Join the BEST Martial Arts dojo in Lee's Summit. We inspire excellence through mindful training in the martial arts.
https://blackbeltkc.com/

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Fuck Man
Jul 5, 2004

I'm not sure if it's the same in other states, but dialing 311 in Texas can provide many resources for individuals in crisis situations (if there isn't an immediate need to call 911).

Texas has some good resources for child and elder abuse that can be found here: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/contact_us/report_abuse.asp

Children and other vulnerable populations are often caught in the middle of domestic violence which can result in physical injuries due to attempted intervention. The cycle of intergenerational abuse and emotion abuse that goes hand in hand with domestic violence can also scar a child for life. It's times like these where everyone is stuck at home with abusers that there is a silent uptick in incidents.

Piss Meridian
Mar 25, 2020

by Pragmatica

The_Continental posted:

Neither of these things. Lets leave bad faith arguments out of here.

All the "what about men" poo poo falls apart when you realize many if not all the services provide aid regardless of gender.

I have edited my original post to be more inclusive.

https://www.redrosefoundation.com.au

You know, many of them don't, and there are trap services that pretend to be support for male victims, but attempt to manipulate them into saying they are abusers.

In New Zealand you pretty have the Woman's Refuge. Women and their family can find shelter with them, except any boys over the age of 11, as no men are allowed in the shelters.

if you're a woman, I think they're decent:

https://womensrefuge.org.nz/contact-us/find-your-local-refuge/


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GoodJobCash4Abuser
Jul 6, 2020

by Athanatos
https://www.safehorizon.org/giving/

Here's an organization in New York City that does a lot of good work for victims of domestic violence.

Xaerael
Aug 25, 2010

Marching Powder is objectively the worst poster known. He also needs to learn how a keyboard works.

For UK girlgoons, https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ is where we direct our customers, now that our shitbag gov shut down our very busy women's domestic abuse project, that had been helping S.Yorks abuse victims for 10+ years.

Seriously, gently caress the Tories. gently caress em in the arse with rusty barbwire wrapped cricket bats.

Womensaid has some great resources, including easy to follow guidance on how to cover your tracks when looking for help online.

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Deformed Genitalia
Jun 16, 2020
Don't ignore your mental health.

I found this website helpful when dealing with a malignant narcissist. Its content is appropriate for all genders.
http://flyingmonkeysdenied.com/

Another useful I've found is Psych Central
examples:
https://blogs.psychcentral.com/reco...edium=popular17
https://pro.psychcentral.com/recovery-expert/2016/07/the-narcissists-flying-monkeys/

Deformed Genitalia fucked around with this message at 18:39 on Jul 11, 2020

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