Resources
Educational Resources
Download and share these free educational materials from Stepping Stone Shelter. These resources cover domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and teen dating violence.
Education Guides
Domestic Violence Education
Learn about the forms of domestic violence, including emotional, financial, physical, and sexual abuse. This guide explains the warning signs and how Stepping Stone Shelter supports survivors as your local advocacy center.
Download PDFHuman Trafficking Education
Understand what human trafficking is, how traffickers use force, fraud, and manipulation to exploit victims, and the warning signs to look for. This resource covers trafficking happening right here in Indiana.
Download PDFSexual Assault & Sexual Violence Education
Learn what defines sexual assault, the three key factors of no consent, incapacity, and coercion, and how Stepping Stone Shelter provides professional advocacy and support for survivors.
Download PDFTeen Dating Violence Education
Recognize the signs of abuse in teen relationships, including physical, emotional, sexual, digital, and financial abuse. This guide helps young people understand healthy versus unhealthy relationships.
Download PDFSurvivor Pamphlets
Domestic Violence Survivor Support
A resource for survivors of domestic violence with information about types of abuse, available support services, and how to connect with a professionally trained advocate at Stepping Stone Shelter.
Download PDFHuman Trafficking Survivor Support
Information for trafficking survivors about what trafficking looks like, including being controlled through debt, threats, or false promises. Learn about your rights and how to access safety and support.
Download PDFSexual Assault Survivor Support
A guide for sexual assault survivors covering what constitutes assault, healing resources, and how trained victim advocates at Stepping Stone Shelter can walk alongside you on your journey.
Download PDFTeen Dating Violence Survivor Support
A resource for teens experiencing dating violence with information on recognizing abuse, safety planning, and how to reach out for confidential help. Your call can remain anonymous.
Download PDFVictims' Rights Information
Domestic Violence Victims' Rights
Learn about expenses covered by Indiana's Crime Victim Compensation Program (CJI), including medical bills, counseling up to $3,000, lost wages, and childcare. Find out how to file a claim.
Download PDFSexual Assault Victims' Rights
Information about expenses covered by ICJI for sexual assault victims, including medical forensic exams, mental health counseling up to $3,000, diagnostic testing, and other outpatient services.
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