Seeking Assistance

Have you or someone you know experienced the following:

Physical, emotional, sexual abuse or neglect?
Being forced to repay a financial debt?
Confiscation of a passport or visa?
Easily startled, anxious, depressed or angry?
Feeling on guard all the time or having difficulty trusting others?
Feel trapped in a relationship?

These are some of the signs of commercial sexual exploitation. If you answered yes to any of these questions, there is help available.

Commercial Sexual exploitation is not your fault. You may feel ashamed and that you have no one to turn to because the exploitation has caused alienation with your friends and family members. You are not alone. The Paul & Lisa Program, Inc. is dedicated to ensuring that you receive the assistance and information you need.

If you are in need of immediate assistance, please call 911 or Info Line 211. 211 is an emergency 24 hour hot-line.

If someone is holding your passport or forcing you to work off a debt you may be a victim of Human Trafficking. Call the Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-3737-888 for assistance.

Call the Paul & Lisa Program, Inc. for supportive phone counseling, information, and referrals to other agencies across the United States. We will help you find lasting solutions through the care and support that you deserve.

Contact Us:
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) 1-800-518-2238
Or by email contact@paulandlisa.org

If someone you know is being sexually exploited:
* Avoid being judgmental – everyone makes mistakes
* Listen!
* Learn the early warning signs of commercial sexual exploitation and sexual victimization
* Establish and participate in support groups when a problem is identified.
* Seek counseling from professionals knowledgeable about sexual victimization.