International Cultic Studies Association
Cause Area
- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Crisis Support
- Education & Literacy
- International
- Justice & Legal
Location
100 Bull Street, Suite 200Savannah, GA 31401 United StatesWebsite:
http://www.icsahome.com
Organization Information
Mission Statement
The International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA) provides information, education, advocacy, and support to those adversely affected by or interested in cultic and other high-control groups and relationships. Grounded in a foundation of ethical principles, research-based knowledge, and a commitment to education, we serve as an open, professional, nuanced, and egalitarian resource for professionals, survivors, families, researchers, and the public. We embrace diversity, dialogue, respect, freedom, and inclusivity in all our endeavors.
Description
ICSA fulfills its mission by applying research and professional perspectives to:
Help former members of cultic and other high-control environments
Provide guidance and support to families of people involved in high-control environments
Educate the public about psychological manipulation and the harmful effects of high-control environments
Encourage, support, and conduct research to advance understanding of psychological manipulation and high-control environments
Support helping professionals interested in this area