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How to help someone when the systems meant to protect them pose different dangers

I know my neighbor is being abused but she's asked me not to call police because she's undocumented and I don't know what other help to offer.

Juana
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The coach is replying

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The person faces the inadequacy of available help when institutional solutions carry risks the victim fears more than the original harm.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Gandhian satyagraha and nonviolent resistance?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.