I lived in a toxic household I went missing 27 times in a month'

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The Independent covers major issues including reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech while sending reporters to developing stories and producing documentaries. The outlet avoids paywalls and solicits donations to fund reporting and to sustain journalism that presents multiple perspectives. The Independent and the charity Missing People are launching SafeCall, a 24-hour lifeline intended to support roughly 70,000 children reported missing each year. SafeCall aims to expand reach beyond the one-in-four children the charity currently serves. The fundraising target is 165,000 to help fund SafeCall and provide crisis support, safety and connection to missing young people.

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