How to Apply for Survivors

How to Apply for Survivors

September 10, 2025

Topic:   Consumer Advocate Trainings

Intended Audience:   Consumers and consumer advocates

This recording provides an overview of how survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and related crimes can apply to receive an emergency Lifeline benefit.

The training outlines the steps a survivor must take to qualify for the Survivor’s Benefit under the Lifeline program and explains:

  • How qualifying survivors can apply for the Lifeline benefit online
  • USAC’s privacy protections to safeguard survivor information