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Ohio Human Trafficking Victim Services Directory

Run by the Ohio State Attorney General’s Office, this website is a searchable database of agencies and programs offering services to survivors of human trafficking. Search by county or by category, including residential programs, substance use treatment, drop-in centers, peer support, housing, trauma therapy, emergency response lines and more.
www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/HTVictimServicesDirectory

Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force

The Governor’s Human Trafficking Task Force works to investigate and prosecute human trafficking crimes and support victims. Go online to find human trafficking resources and a directory of anti-human trafficking coalitions in Ohio. Professionals can find information on grants funding, training opportunities, community outreach materials, and more.
National Human Trafficking Hotline: (888) 373-7888 or text “BEFREE” or “HELP” to 233733
Human Trafficking Task Force: humantrafficking.ohio.gov
Ohio Department of Health Human Trafficking Resources: odh.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/odh/know-our-programs/sexual-assault-and-domestic-violence-prevention-program/human-trafficking

National Human Trafficking Hotline

This 24/7 national, toll-free hotline provides confidential support for victims of human trafficking every day of the year. Call to get help, report a tip, or get connected to more resources and information. The hotline is available by phone call, text, TTY, or online chat. The website also has great information on recognizing human trafficking, safety planning, and a National Human Trafficking Referral Directory to find services near you.
Call the 24/7 Hotline: (888) 373-7888
Text “BEFREE” or “HELP” to 233733
TTY: 711
humantraffickinghotline.org

HEAL Trafficking

HEAL stands for Health, Education, Advocacy, and Linkage. HEAL is a network of survivors and multidisciplinary professionals dedicated to ending human trafficking and supporting its survivors, from a public health perspective. Their website has trauma-informed protocols for healthcare providers, research articles, online forums for researchers and healthcare workers, training and advocacy opportunities, and more. Visit the website for contact information.
healtrafficking.org

We Amplify Voices (WAV)

Provides healing, creative workshops for school-aged youth, teens and adults in recovery, women in prison, and survivors of human trafficking in Central Ohio. Their workshops bring people together with artists to turn their experiences and emotions into visual or musical art to share with the community.  Their youth program, We The Change, is offered at 6 middle schools as an after-school and summer program. They also host free art workshops for all ages at their West Side Studio every other week. Go online to register for workshops, volunteer as an artist, or to stream their music.
1327 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43223
(614) 525-0369
weamplifyvoices.org

Hope 4 2Morrow Counseling & Treatment Center

Serves: Youth and adolescents ages 9-21, adults ages 18 and up, expectant mothers and their children
Provides compassionate, integrated mental health and substance use disorder treatment through evidence based practices, including Trauma Informed Care Interventions. They offer individual and group counseling, mental health and SUD treatment, detox, inpatient, outpatient, PHP treatment, residential youth programs, after school programs, sober living homes, transitional living homes, and safe-houses for victims of human trafficking or domestic violence. They also offer LGBTQ+ peer support, GED classes, and parenting classes. The Mother and Children’s program includes a daycare for parents to utilize while receiving treatment. Cost varies depending on the service, but they accept Medicaid, private insurance, HSA, out-of-pocket, payment plans, scholarships, and grants.
Main Office/Adult Program: 2323 Lake Club Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43232
(614) 604-8573
Youth Program: 2044 Lockbourne Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43207
(614) 824-2835
hope42morrowservices.com

Opportunities for Professionals

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We do our best to find free & low-cost events and training opportunities for the professionals supporting our patients and families, including; social workers and mental health professionals, healthcare providers and clinical staff, educators, administrators, and community organizers. Click on the links for event and registration details.

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Central Ohio Reach and Restore Coalition

Provides a collaborative community response to human trafficking in central Ohio through education, services for survivors, advocacy, and prosecution. They hold monthly meetings that are open to the public. They also provide free workshops and trainings on human trafficking.
National Human Trafficking Hotline: (888) 373-7888
(614) 437-2149
swo.salvationarmy.org/reachandrestore/

Reaching for the Shining Starz

Survivor-created organization helping women caught in human trafficking, addiction, and homelessness. Each Sunday, their volunteers provide hygiene bags, meals, and clothing to women on Sullivant Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. Go online to contact the organization, donate money or supplies, or sign up to volunteer.
PO Box 23402, Columbus, Ohio 43222
theshiningstarz.org

Alianza 614 (Alliance 614)

This advocacy group seeks to integrate the Latino/Hispanic community in the City of Columbus. They offer a monthly produce pantry, place referrals to community organizations for migrants, and host regular community events. Their focus includes cultural awareness and inclusivity, ending human trafficking, anti-bullying, and promoting recycling.
215 South Harris Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 500-2123
alianza614.org

Blue Campaign

This national public awareness campaign is designed to educate the public, law enforcement and other industry partners on indicators of human trafficking and how to appropriately respond to possible cases. Blue Campaign works closely with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to increase detection of human trafficking and identify victims. Their website has helpful information on indicators of human trafficking and gender based violence, myths and misconceptions, how to report suspected human trafficking, and toolkits on how to respond for industry professionals in Schools, Churches, Hospitality, Law Enforcement, Retail, and Transportation.
Report Suspected Human Trafficking to Federal law enforcement: (866) 347-2423
Get Help from the National Human Trafficking Helpline: (888) 373-7888
Industry Professional Toolkits: dhs.gov/blue-campaign/materials/toolkits
dhs.gov/blue-campaign

Safe at Home

An address confidentiality program for survivors of crime in Ohio. Protects victims of domestic violence, sexual battery, human trafficking, rape, or menacing by stalking, by keeping their personal information private. Participants are assigned a substitute address to serve as their address in virtually all state and local public records, and receive confidential voter registration forms. To join the program, survivors must apply through a certified Application Assistant who works or volunteers at an approved agency or organization. Go online to find a list of Application Assistants in your county.
(614) 995-2255
PO Box 16395, Columbus, Ohio 43216
Find An Application Assistant: ohiosos.gov/secretary-office/office-initiatives/safe-at-home/survivors/victims-organizations
Program Information: safeathomeohio.gov

Out of Darkness

A faith-based, anti-human trafficking outreach organization serving adult women victims of sexual exploitation. Programs include free meals and clothing at their drop-in center, Jail Pen Pal and mentorship program for incarcerated women, weekly street outreach, and volunteer training. Anyone can call their 24/7 Rescue Hotline for help or to request transportation to their Safe Home. The Safe Home is a crisis stabilization residential program that includes medical and psychiatric treatment, group therapy, safe home programming, case management, and Bible study. Call the organization for Drop-In Center Hours.
24/7 Rescue Hotline: (614) 957-7510
Office/General Inquiries: (614) 636-1521
Drop-In Center: 477 East Morrill Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43207
Mailing Address: PO Box 1112, Westerville, Ohio 43086
outofdarknesscolumbusoh.org

Survivor’s Ink

Provides scholarships to survivors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation to have physical scars, tattoos, or markings covered by volunteer tattoo artists.
PO Box 905 , Jackson, Ohio, 45640
facebook.com/SurvivorsInk.org

Polaris Project

National, survivor-centered movement to end human trafficking. They operate the National Human Trafficking Hotline, which provides immediate support across the United States 24/7. The Resilience Fund offers direct cash assistance as available, to survivors selected through their application process (currently closed until June 2024). Their website has important information on recognizing and ending human trafficking and modern day slavery; myths, facts, and statistics; and advocacy opportunities.
General Information: (202) 790-6300
National Human Trafficking Hotline: Call (888) 373-7888 or Text “BEFREE” to 233733
polarisproject.org

CleanTurn

CleanTurn provides affordable and professional home cleaning services, construction services, and commercial cleaning services. They are a  Fair Chance, “second chance” employer, and offer stable employment for individuals who have experienced incarceration, addiction, homelessness, or human trafficking. Their employment program includes career advancement training, coaching and interactive classes to reach personal and professional goals, comprehensive benefits package, and on-site counseling. Go to their website to request a quote for services or complete their online job application.
1059 Cable Avenue, Suite A, Columbus, Ohio 43222
(614) 447-0528
cleanturn.com

She Has A Name

Non-profit fighting human trafficking in Central Ohio. They are a leader of anti-human trafficking education and offer regular community trainings on Anti-Human Trafficking, Human Trafficking 101, and Trauma Responsive Care. They also provide support groups, a financial award, and an academic scholarship for survivors. Go online for program dates and details.
605 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 636-0421
shehasaname.org

Hotlines

Safety

Poison Treatment & Advice Hotline Central Ohio (24-Hour)
(800) 222-1222

Mental Health & Substance Use

Suicide & Crisis Prevention Hotline (24-Hour)
988 or (800) 273-8255

Crisis Text Hotline (24-Hour)
Text ‘HOME’ to 741741

Mental Health Crisis Hotline Franklin County (24-Hour)
Adults > 18 (Netcare): (614) 276-2273
Youth < 17 (Nationwide Children’s Hospital): (614) 722-1800

Ohio Tobacco Quit Line
(800) 784-8669

Homelessness & Housing

Huckleberry House Runaway Helpline (24-Hour)
(614) 294-5553

Emergency Shelter & Homeless Hotline (24-Hour)
(614) 274-7000

Food, Basic Needs & Emergency Assistance

LSS 211 Central Ohio for General Help (24-Hour)
2-1-1 or (614) 221-2255

LSS 211 Foodline: Central Ohio Food Kitchens & Food Pantries (Monday-Friday 8am-8pm)
(614) 341-2282

Abuse, Trauma, Human Trafficking & Domestic Violence

Rape & Assault Helpline SARNCO (24-Hour)
(614) 267-7020 (Local) or (800) 656-4673 (National)

LSS CHOICES Domestic Violence Crisis Hotline (24-Hour)
(614) 224-4663 (Local) or (800) 799-7233 (National)

Franklin County Child Abuse Hotline (24-Hour)
(614) 229-7000

Franklin County Adult Protective Services (24-Hour)
(614) 525-4348

National Human Trafficking Hotline (24-Hour)
(888) 373-7888 or text ‘INFO’ to 233733

Pregnancy & New Baby Support

Postpartum Support International (24-Hour)
(800) 944-4773
*The PSI HelpLine does not handle emergencies

StepOne Central Ohio Pregnancy & Prenatal Care Hotline
(614) 721-0009

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
(833) 943-5746

LGBTQ

Trevor Project Hotline for LGBTQ Youth (24-Hour)
(866) 488-7386 or text ‘START’ to 678678

Call 911 immediately if you are in danger of hurting yourself or someone else

Salvation Army

Serves: Single Adults & Families
Offers various faith-based services for Central Ohio families. Housing Services include finding housing, financial assistance, and case management. They also offer programs for youth after-school programming and tutoring, food assistance, emergency utility assistance, support for human trafficking survivors, and addiction recovery. Their thrift stores offer items at bargain prices to fund programs. You can find thrift store, church locations, and program details on their website.

  • Administrative Office
    966 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
    (614) 253-6811 or (800) 725-2769
  • Housing Service Locations
    Franklin County: 966 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
    Delaware & Union Counties: 3769 Columbus Pike, Delaware, Ohio 43015
    Morrow County: 644 West Marion Street, Mount Gilead, Ohio 43338
    Homeless Hotline: (614) 274-7000
  • Youth Learning Centers
    Linden: 3662 Karl Road, Columbus, Ohio 43224
    Hilltop: 2300 West Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43204
    (614) 437-2159
  • Food Pantries: Call to schedule an appointment
    Franklin County: (614) 341-2282
    Delaware County: (740) 369-5301
    Union County: (740) 363-9487
    Senior Food Boxes: (614) 437-2134
  • Human Trafficking Services:
    24/7 Hotline: (888) 373-7888
    (614) 358-2614
  • Addiction Rehabilitation Center: Serves men struggling with addiction
    (614) 221-4269
  • Emergency Utility Assistance:
    Use the link to find a caseworker in your zip code for assistance.
    easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southwest-ohio/central-ohio/caseworker-zip-code-list/

easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southwest-ohio/central-ohio/home

National Runaway Safeline

Offers a 24/7 confidential hotline for teens in crisis. Some teens call from the streets urgently seeking immediate help, and others call for advice about issues such as bullying, abuse, drugs, suicide, relationships and human trafficking.
Hotline: (800) 786-2929
1800runaway.org

Ohio Department of Job & Family Services (ODJFS) Ohio Refugee Services Program

Program of services and benefits created to help those legally defined as refugees, asylees, Cuban/Haitian entrants, foreign-born victims of human trafficking, or secondary migrants. Services include health screenings, cash assistance, employability services, school integration services, and support services for refugees age 60+. Applications for benefits can be made through a local county department of job and family services, call or use the website to find a location near you.
(614) 466-4815
About Refugee Services: jfs.ohio.gov/cash-food-and-refugee-assistance/refugee-services/information-for-refugees/about-refugee-services
Application Portal: ssp.benefits.ohio.gov/apspssp/ssp.portal