Now Celebrating Our 30th Year of Community Service!  Watch for Exciting 30th Anniversary Details to be Announced Soon!

 

 

Established
Nov. 18, 1978

Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians And Gays - Phoenix Chapter.  Proudly serving the entire Valley of the Sun...and beyond!


 

Crime Prevention & Reporting (Gay & Gay-Friendly)

Domestic Violence Support

 
Domestic Violence Legal Advocacy Program
  • Downtown:  602-258-0373
  • Eastside:  480-969-6955
Gay Men's Domestic Violence Project (GMDVP)
A grassroots, non-profit organization (based in Cambridge, MA ) providing community education and direct services for clients. GMDVP offers shelter, guidance, and resources to allow gay, bisexual, and transgender men in crisis to remove themselves from violent situations and relationships.  Crisis Line: 800-832-1901

Domestic Violence Information

What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic Violence Statistics
Are You In An Abusive Relationship?
Ten Myths About Abusers
Getting Help
National Domestic Violence Hotline

Contact:  1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

Sojourner Center

Lesbian-friendly domestic violence shelter. Crisis line: (602) 244-0089.  Admin.: (602) 244-0997

Hate Crimes Prevention


Arizona Hate Crimes Advisory Board

Seeks to end hate crimes, educate the public about hate crimes, and advocate for the victims of hate crimes. Monthly meetings. Contact: email

General Safety Tips for the GLBT Community
Violence and harassment against the lesbigay and transgender community is real.  Learn to recognize potential problems and warning signs in your daily routine.  Not every attack can be prevented.  There are things you can do reduce your risk.  Your primary consideration should be your personal survival. 

Hate Crimes Reporting

 
Phoenix Police Dept. Bias Crimes Hotline (for anti-GLBT incidents)

Contact:  602-534-BIAS (2427)

Phoenix Police Dept. Crime Stop (non-emergency police dispatch)
Contact:  602-262-6151

Hate Crime Information

What is a Hate Crime?
Hate Crime Statistics
Laws against hate crimes?
Is it a hate crime?
What do the police need?

Sexual Assault Services

 
EMPACT-SPC Sexual Assault Services

Provides a 24-hour sexual assault hotline (480-736-4949 or 800-656-HOPE), mobile crisis teams, individual and family counseling, case management and advocacy, support groups, and community outreach and training.