The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded a projected $15 million, five-year grant to StrongHearts Native Helpline to operate as the first standalone National Indigenous Domestic Violence Hotline for American Indians and Alaska Natives, according to a Sept. 24 announcement. The grant, authorized by the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, will fund culturally appropriate support and advocacy provided by trained staff with expertise in tribal cultures, sovereignty and jurisdictional complexities.
According to the Administration for Children and Families, the hotline will also serve as part of the FVPSA Training and Technical Assistance Resource Network, helping expand domestic violence programs nationwide. The service operates 24/7, offering confidential, toll-free support via call, text and online chat at 844-762-8483 and www.strongheartshelpline.org.
- 1.StrongHearts Native Helpline.