Domestic violence impacts every community. But for immigrant and refugee survivors, it can be even harder to access services and reach out for help. All people deserve to live free from abuse, and domestic violence is against the law regardless of your immigration status.
If you need help, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at (800) 799-SAFE (7233). Advocates can provide translators for more than 140 languages, 24 hours a day.
(503) 232-4448 / (888) 232-4448
Línea de Crisis disponible las 24 horas
(503) 381-7757
(800) 799-SAFE (7233)
Advocates can provide translators for more than 140 languages, 24 hours a day
1 in 5
survivors accessing our services are immigrants
Who do we serve?
Raphael House proudly serves anyone impacted by domestic violence regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, immigration status, primary language, or sexuality.
Multigenerational families with kids (and adults) of all ages are supported, and we welcome pets!
tactics of abuse
Immigration status can be used as a way to exert power and control by an abusive partner, and survivors may face additional barriers to escaping abuse including fear of police and authorities, lack of knowledge about legal protections, language barriers, cultural pressures, isolation, and lack of financial resources.
Abusive partners may use the following tactics:
Both Futures Without Violence and the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence have additional information available, and the Power and Control Wheel is available for immigrant survivors in both English and Spanish.
community partners
We work closely with community partners to provide culturally-specific services and co-advocacy for survivors in our programs.
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)
Russian Oregon Social Services
El Programa Hispano – Proyecto UNICA