Here are resources in Iowa for human trafficking assistance and prevention:
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### **1. Iowa Department of Public Safety – Office to Combat Human Trafficking**
- **Website**: [Iowa OCHT](https://humantrafficking.iowa.gov/)
- **Hotline**: **888-373-7888** (National Human Trafficking Hotline)
- **Services**:
- Statewide coordination of anti-trafficking efforts.
- Resources for victims and referrals to local assistance programs.
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### **2. National Human Trafficking Hotline**
- **Website**: [National Human Trafficking Hotline](https://humantraffickinghotline.org/)
- **Hotline**: **888-373-7888**
- **Text**: **233733** (Text "HELP" or "INFO")
- **Services**:
- 24/7 confidential support for victims and survivors of trafficking.
- Referrals to local shelters, counseling, and legal aid.
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### **3. Chains Interrupted**
- **Website**: [Chains Interrupted](https://www.chainsinterrupted.com/)
- **Phone**: **319-364-0222**
- **Services**:
- Outreach and advocacy for human trafficking survivors.
- Education on trafficking prevention.
- Support services for survivors, including safety planning and recovery programs.
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### **4. Iowa Safe at Home Program**
- **Website**: [Safe at Home](https://safeathome.iowa.gov/)
- **Phone**: **515-725-7233**
- **Services**:
- Confidential address program for survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and abuse.
- Helps maintain safety and privacy for victims.
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### **5. Iowa Network Against Human Trafficking and Slavery (NAHT)**
- **Website**: [Iowa NAHT](https://iowanaht.org/)
- **Services**:
- Advocacy and awareness campaigns.
- Support and referrals for trafficking survivors in Iowa.
- Training and resources for professionals working with survivors.
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### **6. Friends of the Family**
- **Website**: [Friends of the Family](https://www.fofia.org/)
- **Hotline**: **800-410-7233**
- **Services**:
- Emergency shelter and assistance for trafficking survivors.
- Advocacy and case management.
- Crisis intervention services.
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### **7. Youth Emergency Services & Shelter (YESS)**
- **Website**: [YESS](https://www.yessiowa.org/)
- **Phone**: **515-282-9377**
- **Services**:
- Support for youth who are at risk of or experiencing trafficking.
- Counseling, shelter, and crisis intervention services.
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### **8. LUNA (Latinas Unidas por un Nuevo Amanecer)**
- **Website**: [LUNA Iowa](https://www.lunaiowa.org/)
- **Phone**: **515-271-5060**
- **Services**:
- Bilingual and culturally specific support for trafficking survivors.
- Legal and counseling referrals.
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### **9. Catholic Charities of Iowa – Anti-Trafficking Program**
- **Website**: [Catholic Charities Iowa](https://catholiccharitiesdm.org/)
- **Phone**: **515-244-3761**
- **Services**:
- Support services for human trafficking survivors.
- Legal assistance and housing support.
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### **10. Polaris Project**
- **Website**: [Polaris Project](https://polarisproject.org/)
- **Hotline**: **888-373-7888**
- **Services**:
- National resources and tools to combat trafficking.
- Training programs for recognizing and responding to trafficking cases.
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These resources can provide immediate support, safety, and assistance for human trafficking victims in Iowa. If you're in danger, please contact the hotline numbers for immediate help.