Individuals affected by intimate partner violence, sexual violence, sex trafficking or stalking.

Content updated Sept. 10, 2026

True North is a victim services program that serves those affected by intimate partner and sexual violence, stalking and sex trafficking. Services include emergency shelter, 24/7 crisis hotline, court & hospital advocacy services, counseling, safety planning, domestic and sexual violence education, and support groups.

Hours: 24/7 Crisis Hotline & Emergency Shelter. Advocacy Center by appointment.

• Emergency Shelter (for victims of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, sex trafficking, or stalking). Confidential address, please call our hotline to initiate services.

• Crisis Hotline 573-875-1370
  Toll Free Crisis Hotline 1-800-548-2480

• Advocacy Center
  1901 Pennsylvania Dr., Ste A
  Columbia, MO 65202

(573) 875-0503
Email: info@truenorthofcolumbia.org

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Content updated Sept. 26, 2025

The Coalition Against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV) of Callaway County is a non-profit organization of committed advocates and volunteers whose mission is to break the cycles of domestic abuse and sexual violence.

PO Box 786
Fulton, MO 65251
Office: 573-642-1418

24 Hour Help Line: 573-642-4422
Toll-Free: 866-642-4422

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Content updated Sept. 8, 2026

Human trafficking occurs when a trafficker uses force, fraud or coercion to control another person for the purpose of engaging in commercial sex acts or soliciting labor or services against his/her will. Force, fraud, or coercion need not be present if the individual engaging in commercial sex is under 18 years of age.

503 E. Nifong Blvd., Suite H, Unit 206
Columbia, MO 65201
National Hotline: (888) 373-7888
Our Helpline: (866) 590-5959

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Content updated Sept. 8, 2026

Safe Helpline is the Department of Defense’s (DoD) sole hotline for members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Safe Helpline is a completely anonymous, confidential, 24/7, specialized service—providing help and information anytime, anywhere.

Call: 877-995-5247
Chat: online.safehelpline.org

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Content updated Sept. 8, 2026

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.

800-656-HOPE (4673)
Chat: hotline.rainn.org
Text HOPE to 64673

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Content updated Sept. 8, 2026

We answer the call to support and shift power back to those affected by relationship abuse - 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.

800-799-SAFE (7233)
(TTY) 800-787-3224

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Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence, Stalking, and Dating Violence

Content updated Nov. 21, 2025

RACS supports survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking through advocacy, counseling, and shelter services in a space designed for healing and hope. Provides Emergency Shelter, Counseling, Support Groups, and Case Management.

RACS provides services at no cost to survivors in nine counties: Cole, Gasconade, Maries, Miller, Morgan, Moniteau, Osage, Southern Boone, and Southern Callaway. An emergency 24-hour hotline, advocacy services, outreach, case management, counseling, and a women’s and children’s shelter ensures that supportive, confidential and crisis services are available where and when survivors need them.

Hours: 24/7/365
PO Box: 416
Jefferson City, MO 65102
(573) 634-8346
Hotline: 1-800-303-0013
Email: racs@racsjc.org

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Updated on: August 17, 2023
Safe Passage provides services for individuals and families who have experienced domestic and/or sexual abuse.

PO Box 456
Moberly, MO 65270
660-269-8999

Hotline/Crisis 660-269-8111

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