Mental Health, Sexual Harrassment, Anti-Bullying and Suicide Prevention Resources

GENERAL:

  • U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC): https://www.eeoc.gov/sexual-harassment
    Offers clear guidelines on what constitutes sexual harassment and provides educational materials that can be posted in workplaces.
  • RAINN: https://rainn.org
    The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network is an American nonprofit anti-sexual assault organization, the largest in the United States
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline.
    Free, Confidential, 24/7 Support:  1.800.656.HOPE (4673)
  • The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people. We provide information & support to LGBTQ+ young people 24/7, all year round. Call 866-488-7386 or Text START to 678-678. https://www.thetrevorproject.org
  • National Sexual Violence Resource Center: https://www.nsvrc.org
    NSVRC provides research & tools to advocates working on the frontlines to end sexual harassment, assault, and abuse with the understanding that ending sexual violence also means ending racism, sexism, and all forms of oppression. Resources, including posters and online materials, to help define sexual harassment and provide guidance on prevention and response.
  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Dial or text 988
    If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health crisis a crisis counselor will help you to safely identify options and information about mental health services in your area.
  • New Mexico Crisis and Access Line: https://nmcrisisline.com/
    Crisis Line (855) NMCRISIS (662-7474) 24/7  Warm Line (855) 466-7100 7am to 11:30pm
    If you or a loved one is experiencing any kind of emotional crisis, mental health or substance use concern, you can find help 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by calling the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line or Peer- to-Peer Warmline.                                                                                                           
  • Keep NM Alive: https://www.keepnmalive.org
    Harm reduction, treatment and support for opioid and other substance dependency. Fentanyl’s impact can be felt by every community, affecting individuals, families and neighborhoods alike.  Find treatment, guidance and hope as we walk alongside you on this journey.
  • Never Use Alone Hotline https://neverusealone.com(877) 696-1996  or 800-484-3731
    Never Use Alone is the US National Overdose Response line that people can call when they’re using by themselves, with no one to call for help. US Hotline, toll free, 24/7

FILM INDUSTRY SPECIFIC: Guidelines and resources tailored to the entertainment industry including codes of conduct, best practices for preventing harassment, and helplines for reporting incidents. These resources are designed to address the unique challenges and power dynamics present in the film industry.

The Hollywood Commission offers training and access to resources such as pro-bono legal help, free support groups and low-cost therapy.  Individuals can reach out through ‘The Entertainment Industry Helpline’. Calls can be scheduled through their website (https://www.hollywoodcommission.org/helpline) and Fridays are open to callers from 9:30am to 4:30pm PT (855)943-5463.  

INTIMACY COORDINATORS: an Intimacy Coordinator is “an advocate, a liaison between actors and production…in regard to nudity and simulated sex and other intimate and hyper-exposed scenes.” www.sagaftra.org