Who We Are
About loveisrespect.org
loveisrespect.org provides resources for teens, parents, friends and family, Peer Advocates, government officials, law enforcement officials and the general public. All communication is confidential and anonymous.
About the Helpline
loveisrespect, National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline was launched in February 2007 with help from founding sponsor, Liz Clairborne Inc. It is a national 24-hour resource that can be accessed by phone or the internet, specifically designed for teens and young adults. The Helpline and loveisrespect.org offer real-time one-on-one support from trained Peer Advocates. Managed by the National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH), loveisrespect, National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline operates from a call center in Austin, Texas.
Peer Advocates are trained to offer support, information and advocacy to those involved in dating abuse relationships as well as concerned parents, teachers, clergy, law enforcement, and service providers.
Contact us
If you have questions about teen dating abuse, please contact us by filling out the form on the contact us page. If you wish to remain anonymous please enter “site visitor” in the ‘name’ fields or leave them blank. An email address is required to use this form.
However, if you do not feel safe receiving email, please go to a safe location and contact the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline at:
- 1-866-331-9474, or
- TTY 1-866-331-8453
If you are looking to order mini posters and quiz cards as seen at an exhibit, please use this form. You can also find print-ready pdfs in our resource center.
Media Outreach
loveisrespect has been mentioned across many media outlets in recognition of its efforts and has been cited as a source of help for troubled teens. The organization is always open to helping out with the topic of teen dating abuse and inquiries from media are welcome. The website loveisrespect.org has received positive feedback and recognition including a Webby Award in the activism category in 2008.
loveisrespect has collaborated with many print publications including the New York Times, Seventeen Magazine and the Austin American-Statesman. It has been featured on many television programs such as the Tyra Banks Show, KVUE News Austin and News 8 Austin as well as several other online publications and websites. loveisrespect is committed to spreading awareness using every outlet available and seeks help and support from the media.
Media Contact
media@loveisrespect.org
512.492.2405
