2020 National Crime Victimization Survey Data Released
The Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Statistics recently released findings from its 2020 National Crime Victimization Survey.
News and announcements
Register for a Webinar on Understanding the Effects of the Pandemic for Domestic Violence Victims
Federal Government representatives, researchers, and service providers will discuss how COVID-19 has impacted the occurrence of domestic violence across the country during this free webinar.
Report Highlights Increase in Technology Abuse During COVID-19 Pandemic
A new report found that harassment, limiting access to technology, and surveillance increased during the pandemic.
17th National Indian Nations Conference Rescheduled for December 2022
OVC has rescheduled the 17th National Indian Nations: Justice for Victims of Crime Conference for December 6–9, 2022.
Report Highlights Statistics on Victim Service Providers Nationwide
This report presents statistics from the first-ever National Survey of Victim Service Providers, which collected detailed information about the victim services field in 2019.
View Updated Performance Measures Information for OVC Grantees
September 30, 2021
OVC sets program goals and collects performance measures data that capture grantees’ achievements.
We encourage OVC grantees to view recently updated performance measures content for information and recorded webinars covering—
- reporting requirements and due dates;
- data collection, tracking, and analysis;
- the performance measures reporting process; and
- troubleshooting strategies.
View Updated Performance Measures Information for OVC Grantees
OVC recently updated performance measures content to help grantees capture their achievements.
U.S. Attorney’s Office Seeks Individuals Trafficked on CityXGuide.com
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas is seeking to identify individuals who were trafficked on CityXGuide.com.
Register Now! JustGrants Team Provides Real-Time Technical Assistance
Attend a Virtual Q&A session with the JustGrants team for real-time technical assistance and support on how to use JustGrants.
OVC Awards Over $1.2 Billion to Support Victims
These OVC awards will provide critical support for victim assistance and victim compensation programs throughout the Nation.
New Center Offers Support to VOCA Administrators
OVC Director Kristina Rose announces the launch of the OVC Center for VOCA Administrators to help build the capacity of VOCA Administrators to manage VOCA formula victim assistance and victim compensation funds.
New E-Bulletin Offers Resources and Updates for OVC-Funded Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Teams
The National Elder Abuse MDT Training and Technical Assistance Center released its inaugural e-bulletin for OVC elder abuse MDT grantees.
Call for Presentations: 17th National Indian Nations Conference
Submit your proposal to present at the 17th National Indian Nations Conference by December 1, 2021
President Biden Signs the VOCA Fix to Sustain the Crime Victims Fund Act of 2021
On Thursday, July 22, 2021, Amy L. Solomon, Acting Assistant Attorney General, Office of Justice Programs, and Kristina Rose, Director, Office for Victims of Crime, joined President Biden and Vice President Harris at the signing of the VOCA Fix to Sustain the Crime Victims Fund Act of 2021 in a historic effort to stabilize the Crime Victims Fund.
OVC Welcomes Kristina Rose as its New Director
OVC is pleased to announce Kristina Rose as the new Director of OVC, where she oversees programs and services that support crime victims and survivors.
Documenting Salaries, Wages, and Fringe Benefits for Grant Funded Personnel
July 7, 2021
In response to inquiries from the field on how to document salaries, wages, and fringe benefits for grant funded personnel, OVC posted the following resource: Time and Effort Best Practices for VOCA-Funded Personnel.
The allocation or distribution of costs should be an after-the-fact accounting not based on estimates. Payroll records must reflect actual time spent on the activity or activities. Additionally...
2022 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Nomination Period Opens
If you know an individual, organization, team, or program that you would like to see recognized for their work, submit your nominations for the 2022 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards by 11:59 p.m. eastern time on Monday, August 2, 2021.
Read Accounts from Elder Justice Fellows
OVC-funded fellows provide holistic services in-person or virtually so that they can obtain justice for their clients and help them restore their dignity, safety, and financial wellbeing.
Application Mechanics: VOCA Formula Application Submission in JustGrants Webinar Now Online
June 16, 2021
OVC recently posted the materials from a webinar to help OVC FY 2021 VOCA Victim Assistance Formula Grant and OVC FY 2021 VOCA Victim Compensation Formula Grant applicants understand the new two-phase application process. The webinar was hosted by OJP’s JustGrants experts.
OVC strongly encourages applicants review the materials in advance of submitting their formula grant applications:
OVC Commemorates World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, June 15, 2021
OVC is working tirelessly to ensure that victims of elder abuse and financial exploitation are connected with trauma-informed services and helpful resources that protect the safety and confidentiality of victims.
FY 2021 VOCA Assistance and Compensation Solicitations and Allocation Charts
June 1, 2021
The Office of Justice Programs has released the FY 2021 VOCA Victim Assistance and Victim Compensation allocation charts:
OVC Formula Chart: 2021 Crime Victims Fund Allocation – Assistance
OVC Formula Chart: 2021 Crime Victims Fund Allocation – Compensation
Refer to these allocation charts when applying for the FY 2021 Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Assistance and Compensation formula solicitations. Applications for both solicitations are due by Monday...
Resources and Support for the Victims of the Tragedy in San Jose, California
These resources may be able to help victims, their families, and the community, as well as the professionals and leaders that are assisting them during this difficult time.
Resources and Support for the Victims in Buffalo, New York
These resources may be able to help victims, their families, and the community, as well as the professionals and leaders that are assisting them during this difficult time.
Resources and Support for the Victims in Tulsa, Oklahoma
These resources may be able to help victims, their families, and the community, as well as the professionals and leaders that are assisting them during this difficult time.
Resources and Support for the Victims in Laguna Woods, California
These resources may be able to help victims, their families, and the community, as well as the professionals and leaders that are assisting them during this difficult time.