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National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

View the 2025 NCVRW Artwork and Sample Proclamation

Awards & Events

NCVRW Candlelight Vigil 

On April 9, 2025, OVC will host the 2025 NCVRW Candlelight Vigil to pay tribute to victims of crime and the many dedicated professionals and volunteers who advocate on their behalf. We hope you’ll save-the-date and join us via the livestream at ovc.ojp.gov/live.

Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. eastern time
Location: ovc.ojp.gov/live

National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony

This year, OVC will not host an awards ceremony during NCVRW. We remain committed to supporting all victims of crime and those that tirelessly work to support their needs, and we look forward to continuing to recognize and honor the rights and needs of crime victims through the NCVRW Candlelight Vigil and events across the country this April.

Additional NCVRW Community Events

Visit our Events page to find NCVRW community awareness events, resource fairs, vigils, and other events across the Nation hosted by local service providers and allied professionals.  We also invite you to add your own event to our Events page. Your submission will be reviewed and, if approved, posted on our website.