All survivors. Without exception.
We advocate for people of every gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, background, and circumstance. Women, men, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people whose experiences are overlooked all deserve to be heard and respected.
Recognizing one survivor population must never come at the expense of another. Our attention to marginalized survivors does not minimize the experiences of women and girls or the disproportionate risks some populations experience.
Recognition is part of real support
Male survivors can encounter ridicule, disbelief, shame, and barriers to disclosure. LGBTQIA+ survivors may face discrimination, isolation, and threats involving their identity. We take these experiences seriously without making assumptions about who a survivor is or what they need.
Information, options, and appropriate resources
- Understand patterns of abuse, coercion, and control.
- Explore safety planning and digital privacy considerations.
- Connect with trained advocates and services appropriate to your circumstances.
- Access Making a SAFE EXIT without payment, registration, or a donation.
Your choices remain yours
You do not need to disclose your story publicly or label your experience perfectly to seek support. You are not responsible for the choices of the person harming you. Leaving can involve real risks and practical barriers; a trained advocate can help you consider options without pressure.
Nine Seconds provides education and resource awareness. We do not operate emergency shelter, immediate rescue, emergency dispatch, or a 24-hour crisis hotline. General contact forms are not a crisis service.
Support, at your own pace
Survivors are never responsible for managing, correcting, treating, or changing the behavior of someone who abuses them. Support does not depend on staying, reconciling, or participating in joint education.