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EMPOWERMENT TOOKIT

For Survivors of Domestic Violence.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you need emergency support, safe placement, or to file for a temporary protection order, please call DC SAFE’s crisis hotline, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (including holidays): 1 (800) 407-5048

In this toolkit, you will find information on victim legal rights in housing, employment, and other financial matters, as well as safety planning tips and information about our community partners.

If you have any questions, please call our Call-in Legal Clinic (202-425-7573) to speak with an Advocate about your legal rights, how to access our services, safety planning, crisis intervention, and referrals to community providers.

The information on this page does not constitute legal advice or the forming of an attorney-client relationship. 

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