The Silent Epidemic
by the Numbers.
Stalking is a crime of power and control. It is predictable, identifiable, and often escalates. We use data to drive advocacy and legislative change.
Victims Annually (USA)
Women Impacted
Men Impacted
Know Their Stalker
Safety Notice: We are not a 24/7 crisis hotline. If you are in immediate physical danger, please contact emergency services immediately.
Who are the Perpetrators?
Contrary to media portrayal, most stalkers are not strangers in bushes. They are former partners using intimate knowledge to terrorize.
The “Course of Conduct” Reality
Stalking is defined legally as a “course of conduct.” It is rarely a single event. It is a pattern of behavior directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear.
Unwanted Contact
Repeated calls, texts, and social media DMs are the #1 tactic reported.
Surveillance
Following, waiting at workplaces, and using GPS trackers (AirTags).
Myth vs. Fact: The Reality Check
Click or hover over the cards below to reveal the truth about stalking dynamics, legal realities, and digital safety.
MYTH #1
“If you just ignore them, they will go away.”
FACT
Stalkers often escalate when ignored. Engagement should be stopped, but documentation must start immediately. Ignoring the *behavior* (not logging it) is dangerous.
MYTH #2
“Stalking is annoying but not physically dangerous.”
FACT
76% of women murdered by intimate partners were stalked first. Stalking is a key predictor of future violence and homicide.
MYTH #3
“You can’t get a restraining order for cyberstalking.”
FACT
All 50 states have laws covering cyberstalking. Digital harassment is a valid ground for Orders of Protection in most jurisdictions.
MYTH #4
“Only women get stalked.”
FACT
While women are disproportionately affected, 1 in 6 men will be stalked in their lifetime. Men are less likely to report it due to stigma.
MYTH #5
“It’s just romantic persistence.”
FACT
This “Hollywood Myth” is dangerous. Refusal to accept “no” is not romance; it is a lack of empathy and a desire for control, which are abusive traits.
MYTH #6
“Stalkers are usually strangers.”
FACT
Nearly 80% of victims know their stalker. They are often ex-partners, acquaintances, or coworkers, which makes the stalking harder to escape.
MYTH #7
“If I block them, they can’t stalk me.”
FACT
Sophisticated stalkers use “burner” apps, spoofing, and spyware. Digital safety requires more than blocking; it requires device hygiene and privacy scrubbing.
MYTH #8
“It will stop after a few weeks.”
FACT
The average duration of stalking is nearly 2 years. If it involves an intimate partner, the average duration can be even longer.
MYTH #9
“Police can’t do anything without physical harm.”
FACT
Most states criminalize “course of conduct” that causes fear. Physical injury is not required for arrest, though evidence of fear is crucial.
Self-Guided Learning Paths
Access our exclusive, in-house educational modules designed to empower you.
Legal Bootcamp
Interactive tutorials on how to fill out court forms, understanding state statutes, and preparing for a T.R.O. hearing without a lawyer.
Start ModuleDigital Hardening
Step-by-step guides to locking down your social media, detecting spyware on your phone, and securing your home Wi-Fi network.
Run AuditHealing & Support
Educational content on the psychological impact of stalking, grounding techniques for anxiety, and how to build a support system.
Read GuideThe Ally’s Guide
A crash course for friends and family. Learn what NOT to say, how to help document incidents, and how to stay safe while helping.
Get Trained