Domestic ViolenceCrisis Statistics
- Every 9 seconds in the US a woman is assaulted.
- 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been physically abused by an intimate partner
- Domestic victimization is correlated with a higher rate of depression and suicidal behavior
- 1 in 15 children are exposed to intimate partner violence each year, and 90% of these children are eyewitnesses to this violence
- Nearly 1.5 million high school students in the United States are physically abused by dating partners every year
Domestic Violence
Crisis Statistics
Crisis Statistics
- Every 9 seconds in the US a woman is assaulted.
- 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been physically abused by an intimate partner
- Domestic victimization is correlated with a higher...
Sexual AssaultCrisis Statistics
- 1 in 5 women and 1 in 71 men in the United States has been raped in their lifetime
- Nearly 20.9% of female high school students and 13.4% of male high school students report being physically or sexually abused by a dating partner
- In 8 out of 10 cases of rape, the victim knew the person who sexually assaulted them
- One in four girls and one in six boys will be sexually abused before they turn 18 years’ old
- Rape is the most under-reported crime; 63% of sexual assaults are not reported to police and Only 12% of child sexual abuse is reported to the authorities
Sexual Assault
Crisis Statistics
Crisis Statistics
- 1 in 5 women and 1 in 71 men in the United States has been raped in their lifetime
- Nearly 20.9% of female high school students and 13.4% of male high school students report being physically...
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Outer Banks Hotline, Inc.
1 week ago
Outer Banks Hotline announces that its Executive Director, Michael Lewis, has announced his retirement. Mr. Lewis has served Hotline for over 21 years in various capacities. He started as a volunteer in 1999 and rose through the ranks to become Executive Director in 2015. The Board of Directors is in the process of commencing a search for a new executive director. Details and the timeline for the search have not been established yet, but Hotline will provide those details once finalized. Hotline is a (charitable) nonprofit organization that was established in 1980. Outer Banks Hotline‘s mission is to promote a safe and compassionate community. We are a private, non-profit human services organization that provides crisis intervention, safe house, information and referrals, advocacy, and prevention education services to residents of and visitors to the Outer Banks. Outer Banks Hotline's headquarters is located in Nags Head at 100 E. Dunn Street and has five thrift stores that extend from Kitty Hawk to Buxton. obhotline.org/2021/07/16/michael-lewis-has-announced-his-retirement/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Congrats Michael! Hotline is such a great resource that helped out family tremendously in our time of need. ❤️
Congrats Michael, you have done a lot for our community, you will be missed.
Congratulations Michael!!! You're the one of the "Good Ones". I'm so very happy for you and wish you many years of happiness.🙂❤
Hotline is a savior for so many! Good luck in this search. ❤️❤️
Kitty Hawk to Buxton
Shocking news
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Outer Banks Hotline, Inc.
2 weeks ago
The Bar Outreach Project is back & we're partnering with local establishments providing a free, short training on drug-facilitated sexual assault & bystander intervention to empower bar staff to be the first line of defense.
Interested in the #BarOutreachProject for your establishment or want more info? Msg us or give us a call at 252.473.5121
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Outer Banks Hotline, Inc.
3 weeks ago
Wishing You & Your Family a Safe & Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 ❤️🤍💙 🇺🇸
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Happy 4th Hotline family!!
Endless Possibilities
3 weeks ago
Not only are we raising money for Outer Banks Hotline, Inc., but we get to meet some great people who come in for a class or just to look around. Shown here are Elizabeth from Suffolk (standing), who came in for a class, and ended up as the teacher - showing Jill a few things about weaving! ... See MoreSee Less
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One day I’ll come weave!!
Outer Banks Hotline, Inc.
4 weeks ago
June may be coming to an end, but we're celebrating #pride this month & every month! 🏳️🌈#PrideOn 🌈
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Yes! Thank you Outer Banks Hotline, Inc.