Resources for

Recovering Jehovah’s Witnesses

The Facts about Jehovah’s Witnesses website serves as a crucial resource for individuals who are contemplating or have decided to leave the Jehovah’s Witnesses faith. It provides a comprehensive and objective source of information about the beliefs, practices, and policies of the Jehovah’s Witnesses organization. This website plays a vital role in offering ex-members and those questioning their faith a platform where they can access accurate and unbiased information, helping them make informed decisions about their spiritual journey. By presenting well-researched facts and testimonies, the website empowers individuals with the knowledge they need to navigate the challenges that often come with leaving a high-demand religious group. It also fosters a supportive community where individuals can connect with others who have gone through similar experiences, offering them a sense of belonging and validation during a potentially difficult transition.
Advocates for Awareness of Watchtower Abuses (AAWA) is an international non-profit education-focused organization, with 501 (c) (3) tax exempt status. Its mission is to enable the media, educators, social services, legal professionals, doctors, nurses, mental health counselors, therapists and the general public to make informed decisions about Watchtower policies, which violate the basic human rights of Jehovah’s Witnesses, the children of Jehovah’s Witnesses and ex-Jehovah’s Witnesses.
 
A guide that addresses the question of leaving home as a Jehovah’s Witness (JW). It offers information, advice, and resources for individuals considering or navigating the decision to leave their JW household, discussing factors to consider, potential challenges, and support networks available to those in similar situations.
 
Religious and cult ideologies often use the practice of shunning to silence their critics and to control their members through fear. This podcast sheds light on this practice through real life stories as told by the people that have lived through it. Learn what their lives were like and where they have ended up in life after shunning. Featuring stories from Jehovah’s Witnesses, Scientology, Amish, Mennonite, FLDS, the Moonies, and more, you will learn about the real lives of former members that have been shunned.

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