Endorsed ex-JW Websites

JWRecovery Magazine is the first online magazine/ journal for doubting, exiting and former Jehovah's Witnesses. It features articles, interviews and columns by many ex-JW's including Barbara Anderson, Lance Goller, Randy Watters, Don Cameron, Brenda Lee and more. The magazine is completely free for download. Go to JWRecovery.org »

Freeminds exposes spiritual abuse from high control religious groups, particularly Jehovah's Witnesses, whatever their claims to higher authority may be. Their purpose is educate the public about such movements, provide an online support network where everyone is welcome to contribute and to enable a safe non-judgmental place for people to find healing and comfort and the community of their fellows. Go to Freeminds.org »

Watchtower Documents features the research and discoveries of Barbara Anderson, a former Jehovah's Witness who worked at the Watchtower headquarters in NY and while there, she wrote a number of articles for the Awake! magazine. She has done extensive research on issues related to child sexual abuse in the religion leading to interviews on major TV and radio programs. She is an outspoken critic of Jehovah's Witnesses sexual abuse policies. Go to WatchtowerDocuments.com »

"You have nothing to fear in examining your beliefs." An excellent site by an active Jehovah's Witness who produces high quality videos which help to expose the Watchtower Society. Watchtower Comments was created to be shared at will. The best help is to spread the word. All videos are available for high-quality download at no charge or restriction. You are also encouraged to upload our videos to your own video channel. Go to WatchtowerComments.com »

The Watchtower Letters website contains documented correspondence between The Watchtower, Bible and Tract Society and a former Jehovah's Witness. Documentation includes letters as well as recordings. All letters are presented exactly as they were originally sent including any spelling and grammatical errors. Go to WatchtowerLetters.com »

A huge resource containing substantial research and documentation on the Watchtower Society of Jehovah's Witnesses. JW Files includes information on the false predictions of the society, connections to the occult, doctrinal examinations, the society's control, the blood issue, child abuse, organizational changes, watchtower art and much, much more. Go to JWfiles.com »

An Internet archive of information about cults, destructive cults, controversial groups and movements. The Rick A. Ross Institute of New Jersey (RI) is a nonprofit public resource with a vast archive that contains thousands of individual documents. RI on-line files include news stories, research papers, reports, court documents, book excerpts, personal testimonies and hundreds of links to additional relevant resources. This Internet archive is well-organized for easy access and reference. Go to RickRoss.com »

This site concentrates on three areas: With a history of significant errors and changes can God be directing the Watchtower Society? Is the Watchtower honest when quoting secular sources and presenting its history? Are current Watchtower doctrine and practices justified Biblically? Go to JWfacts.com »

This website contains a huge amount of information on the abusive practices of religion and cults and provides access to discussion, resources and other support for recovery. Factnet.org provides information on mind control, religious fundamentalism, child abuse, cult help experts and much more. Go to Factnet.org »

Out of the Cocoon is a heart-wrenching yet inspirational tale about a pre-teen’s battle to free herself from dysfunction. Written by former Jehovah's Witness and outspoken Watchtower critic, Brenda Lee, this website features the author's blog, book and other current activities. Go to OutOfTheCocoon.net »

Silentlambs is a non-profit organization which provides counseling, legal, financial and other resources for victims of abuse and works to expose the perpetrators of these crimes and their enablers. It is made up of a collective of individuals that have taken the courageous step to stand up for what is right. The website was started in March of 2001. Go to SilentLambs.org »

Founded in 1979, the International Cultic Studies Association (ICSA) is a global network of people concerned about psychological manipulation and abuse in cultic groups, alternative movements, and other environments. ICSA is tax-exempt, supports civil liberties, and is not affiliated with any religious or commercial organizations. ICSA's mission is to apply research and professional perspectives to the problems encountered by family members and former group members adversely affected by a cultic involvement and to forewarn those who might become involved in potentially harmful group situations. Go to ISCAhome.com »

The diaries and musings of a woman who was raised as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, left the faith at 18 and lives as a disfellowshipped adult, shunned by her family. This blog focuses on personal experiences, specifically with regards to the horrific practice of shunning and discusses questions and arguments which refute the teachings of Watchtower Society. Go to exJehovahsWitness.net »