Because we all know online harassment is about to spike, here’s a handy resource.

Originally shared by Kate Bullock

Because we all know online harassment is about to spike, here’s a handy resource. Please share and help protect victims of online harassment in our gaming communities.
https://iheartmob.org/resources/supportive_organizations

If you are a survivor of trauma or abuse and are caught in the whirlwind news that is taking the gaming community by storm, this may help you.
https://lifehacker.com/how-to-cope-with-the-current-news-cycle-as-a-sexual-abu-1820823444?fbclid=IwAR33qCTih0x7JgToctkDU6mvM9YVL0VS3Sd527lm7J7dGfJ1RItr70FAOsg

In case you are a victim or violence or abuse and are in Canada, or are afraid of violence or abuse. Here’s a space for you.
http://endingviolencecanada.org/getting-help/

In case you are queer and in Canada and suffering abuse or trauma or have and need support, or fear abuse or harassment coming your way. These resources can help.
https://thelifelinecanada.ca/resources/lgbtq/

If you are a survivor of abuse and need some extra support right now with what’s happening, here’s a resource for you.
https://www.nwnetwork.org/

In case you’re trans and need support because of abuse or harassment that you have suffered or may suffer in the future, here’s some support.
https://transequality.org/additional-help#hotline

In case you or someone you know has experienced trauma or abuse in a romantic relationship and are being triggered by what’s being shared or need help getting out.
https://www.womenshealth.gov/relationships-and-safety/get-help

In case you are the friend of a victim of abuse or harassment, here are some tips on how to help you be a better friend to your loved ones around abuse.
https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-help-a-victim-of-domestic-violence-66533

Some more resources on holding space and being a good friend to those who have been victims and are victims and are going to be victims of abuse and harassment.
http://www.safetotalk.org.uk/professionals/good-practice-guidelines-when-supporting-a-victim-of-domestic-violence-and-abuse/

If you are the friend of someone who's experienced sexual assault and they need your support, here are some guidelines on being a good support.
https://www.rainn.org/articles/tips-talking-survivors-sexual-assault

If you are a friend of someone who's a victim of online harassment, these guidelines may help. They are geared for children, but still apply to adults.
https://www.itnewsafrica.com/2015/07/how-to-help-victims-of-online-cyberbullying/




https://iheartmob.org/resources/supportive_organizations