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.
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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.
Law Enforcement and the Communities they Serve: Collective Healing in the Wake of Harm
Learn how five law enforcement agencies worked together with their community partners to explore ways to improve public safety, build trust and legitimacy, and provide victim assistance to those most at risk.
Funding Opportunities: Apply for Funding to Enhance Services for Victims of Crime
OVC is seeking applicants for multiple funding opportunities. Find information about these open solicitations to learn more and apply.
New Department of Justice Resources to Address Hate Crime
The U.S. Department of Justice’s Hate Crimes Enforcement and Prevention Initiative launched new, translated resources in seven languages on the Department’s Hate Crimes website.
Meet the 2021 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Recipients
Learn about the extraordinary contributions of this year’s award recipients.
It’s National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
Join OVC and communities across the Nation in honoring victims and the professionals who support them.
About 3.8 Million Americans 16 or Older Were Victims of Stalking in 2016
This report details the demographic characteristics of stalking victims and describes the nature of stalking victimization, including the number of offenders, the victim-offender relationship, and the frequency and duration of the stalking.
Resources and Support for the Victims in New York City
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.
Register for the 2021 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony Livestream
Join OVC on April 23, 2021, as we recognize the individuals and organizations selected from nominations in a variety of categories for their vision, action, and leadership on behalf of crime victims.
Deadline Extended for Funding Opportunities to Enhance Anti-Trafficking Services
OVC has multiple open funding opportunities designed to enhance the quality and quantity of services available to victims of human trafficking. We have extended the deadlines for these funding opportunities.
New Mobile App Provides Support to Victims of Mass Violence and Terrorism
This app provides resources and information about common reactions to mass violence and strategies for recovery.
Resources and Support for the Victims of the Shooting in Boulder, Colorado
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 of the Tragedy in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area
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.
New Training Toolkit on Supporting Crime Victims with Disabilities
This new training toolkit provides best practices on how to effectively identify, reach, and serve victims of crime with disabilities.
Strategy Helps Law Enforcement Connect with Victims and Build Community Trust
The Enhancing Law Enforcement Response to Victims Strategy, Second Edition introduces law enforcement leaders to the benefits and methods for adopting victim-centered, trauma-informed philosophies to improve the response to crime victims.
Compensation and Crowdfunding/Check-ins with Grant Managers
February 17, 2021
A Copy of an Email Sent by Kathrina S. Peterson, OVC Deputy Director, on February 11, 2021
Good Evening Everyone,
The purpose of this email is to provide information about compensation and crowdfunding, and also offer an opportunity to all of you to have more “regular” check-ins with your grant managers.
Crowdfunding and Compensation: Some states have requested information about crowdfunding and...
View the 2021 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Artwork
The 2021 NCVRW Artwork is now available online to help your organization plan its public awareness activities in advance of, and during NCVRW.
Funding Opportunity: FY 2021 Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation
The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking applicants for the FY 2021 Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation. This solicitation provides comprehensive funding to federally recognized Indian tribes, tribal consortia, and tribal designees to develop a comprehensive and coordinated approach to public safety and victimization.
Commemorating National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Every January, the Nation commemorates National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The Office for Victims of Crime is committed to strengthening the response to human trafficking and serving victims and survivors.
New Federal Trade Commission Website Helps Victims to Report Fraud
The Federal Trade Commission recently launched a new website to make it easier for consumers to report fraud, scams, and bad business practices.
Victim service providers can help their clients submit fraud reports in just a few short steps on the English language site ReportFraud.ftc.gov or the Spanish language site ReporteFraude.ftc.gov.
2021 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Color Palette and Theme Poster
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week will be commemorated April 18–24, 2021 and the theme—Support Victims. Build Trust. Engage Communities.—emphasizes the importance of leveraging community support to help victims of crime.
In preparation for April 2021, we are pleased to announce the online release of the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week color palette and Theme Poster.
- Theme Colors: View the 2021 color palette for...
Video Showcases Financial Management Services Available to Tribal Grantees
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A new video highlights services available to Office for Victims of Crime Tribal grantees through the Office for Victims of Crime Tribal Financial Management Center.
In this video, learn how the Tribal Financial Management Center supports Tribal grantees in successfully managing the financial aspects and reporting requirements of their Office for Victims of Crime awards.
Highly trained specialists answer questions and provide individualized training and...
Funding Opportunity: 2021 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Community Awareness Projects
Apply for funding to raise public awareness about victims’ rights and services in your community during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 18–24, 2021.
Community Awareness Projects grants reimburse up to $5,000 in costs associated with conducting public awareness activities during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, including—
- public events (including virtual events, candlelight vigils, information/resource fairs, 5k walk/runs);
- mass media advertising; and
- production, publication, and...
Just Launched: Human Trafficking Capacity Building Center Website
Twenty years ago, Congress passed the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. This landmark legislation provided a framework for protecting victims, holding traffickers criminally accountable, and preventing victimization from occurring in the first place.
As part of our commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act, the Office for Victims of Crime is launching the Human Trafficking Capacity Building Center website.
The Center offers...