Breaking The Silence On Domestic Violence: Resources

What is Domestic Violence?

The Office on Violence Against Women describes Domestic Violence as a pattern of abusive behavior in a relationship used by a person to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. Domestic Violence can be physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, and involves behaviors that threaten, hurt, isolate, manipulate, humiliate, or injure another person. Children exposed to domestic violence are at risk of developing social and physical problems or learning that violence is a normal way of life.

How does Oklahoma compare nationally in Domestic Violence?

The Domestic Violence Intervention Services said Oklahoma ranks first in the country for the most domestic violence cases. Oklahoma is third in domestic violence homicides. The Young Women's Christian Association reported over 43,000 domestic violence calls in Oklahoma in 2022, which resulted in almost 1,000 arrests.

For more information about Oklahomans impacted by Domestic Violence, click here.

What are some resources for Domestic Violence victims in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (OCADVSA): Provides statewide services, including legal assistance, emergency shelters, and advocacy programs for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

Website: OCADVSA

Domestic Violence Intervention Services (DVIS): Offers emergency shelters, crisis intervention, advocacy, counseling, and children’s programs in Tulsa and surrounding areas.

Hotline: (918) 743-5763

Website: DVIS

YWCA Oklahoma City: Provides domestic violence services, including emergency shelter, advocacy, and counseling services.

24-Hour Crisis Line: (405) 917-9922

Website: YWCA OKC

Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS) Domestic Violence Program: Offers assistance with protective orders, emergency shelters, and other support services.

Website: OKDHS Domestic Violence

Catholic Charities of Oklahoma City: Provides emergency shelter, crisis counseling, and long-term support for domestic violence victims.

Hotline: (405) 523-3000

Website: Catholic Charities OKC

Palomar - Oklahoma City’s Family Justice Center: Offers comprehensive support by bringing together law enforcement, victim advocates, medical providers, and legal services for domestic violence survivors.

Website: Palomar OKC

For the full list of Oklahoma Domestic Violence resources, click here.

How often do people experience Domestic Violence in the United States?

In the United States, more than 10 million adults experience domestic violence annually. On average, domestic violence hotlines nationwide receive over 19,000 calls.

For more information from The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, click here.

What are some National resources for Domestic Violence?

The National Domestic Violence Hotline: Provides confidential support 24/7 through phone or live chat for individuals in abusive relationships.

Hotline: (800) 799-7233

Website: National Domestic Violence Hotline

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): Offers confidential support and connects victims to local services nationwide.

Hotline: (800) 656-4673

Website: RAINN

StrongHearts Native Helpline: Provides culturally-appropriate resources for Native Americans impacted by domestic and sexual violence.

Hotline: (844) 762-8483

Website: StrongHearts Native Helpline

National Child Abuse Hotline: Available 24/7 to assist in cases of child abuse and neglect.

Hotline: (800) 422-4453

Website: Childhelp

Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma: Provides free legal assistance to low-income individuals dealing with domestic violence, including help with protective orders and family law matters.

Website: Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma

For the full list of National Domestic Violence resources, click here.