A directory of state-specific resources for victims, survivors, and advocates

While The Novel Advocate is based in Florida, survivors across the U.S. deserve access to support, protection, and justice. Use the list below to explore victim rights, complaint systems, compensation programs, and child welfare navigation in your state.

🔧 Please Note:
This directory is for informational purposes only. We are doing our best to provide accurate, current, and useful resources — but some listings may become outdated, incomplete, or unavailable.

We have not verified every phone number or contact listed. If you encounter a broken link, a dead end, or inaccurate details, please know it was not intentional, and we welcome your feedback.

Our goal is to continuously expand and refine this section so that no survivor feels alone in the search for help.

🔍 Choose the option that feels easiest… explore the interactive map or scroll through the alphabetical list to find help in your state.

A–F

• Alabama
• Alaska
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• California
• Colorado
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• Florida

G–L

• Georgia
• Hawaii
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kansas
• Kentucky
• Louisiana

M–R

• Maine
• Maryland
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Montana
• Nebraska
• Nevada
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New Mexico
• New York
• North Carolina
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Oklahoma
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania

S–Z

• Rhode Island
• South Carolina
• South Dakota
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Utah
• Vermont
• Virginia
• Washington
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

Each state page will include:

• Victim rights overview
• How to report a licensed professional
• Victim compensation program info
• CPS/Child Welfare contact directory
• Any unique laws or regional organizations that offer help

Want to suggest a resource or request your state be prioritized? Contact us here.