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The multimedia list includes videos that are available online in full-length. Visit the Publications List to access a list of more products available from OVC, including videos that are only available as DVDs.

Through Our Eyes: Treatments That Work

April 2014
This video discusses the serious consequences of children's exposure to violence and trauma, such as substance abuse and mental health and behavioral problems, and the increased severity of symptoms experienced by children who have suffered multiple forms of victimization. It also features some of the evidence-based treatment strategies for children and their families that researchers and experts consider effective. Access the complete resource guide.

Through Our Eyes: Innovations in Juvenile Justice

April 2014
Many of the behaviors that lead to children's and adolescents' involvement in the juvenile justice system can be traced to childhood maltreatment. For these young people, successful intervention requires acknowledging and understanding their traumatic histories. This video features three alternative approaches to addressing trauma in young offenders' lives while still holding them accountable for their actions. Access the complete resource guide.

Through Our Eyes: Addressing Violence in the Home

April 2014
The physical, psychological, and emotional consequences for children exposed to violence in their homes can be especially severe. Early intervention is critical to help these children heal. This video features three programs that are working to provide a coordinated, comprehensive response to these victims and their families. Access the complete resource guide.

Through Our Eyes: The Child Advocacy Center Model

April 2014

This video discusses the Child Advocacy Center Model, which brings together representatives from many disciplines, including law enforcement, child protection, prosecution, mental health, medical and victim advocacy, and child advocacy, to provide comprehensive services to child victims of abuse, neglect, and trauma. Child Advocacy Center multidisciplinary teams also work collaboratively to make decisions about the investigation, treatment, management, and prosecution of child abuse cases; and to support children and their families through the criminal justice process. 

Through Our Eyes: Interventions in Schools

April 2014
Exposure to violence can impede a child's ability to learn and thrive in school. Teachers, coaches, and other school staff and volunteers can play a critical role in recognizing and reporting signs of violence and trauma in a child's life. This video identifies some types of violence that children may experience at school or on their way to or from school, and highlights preventative measures that some schools are taking to protect their students. Access the complete resource guide.

The Faces of Human Trafficking PSA

January 2014

On January 14, 2014, OVC debuted the "Faces of Human Trafficking" public service announcement (PSA), which is highlighted in the 2014 National Crime Victims' Rights Week Resource Guide. The goal of the PSA is to raise public awareness of human trafficking and highlight that survivors of this crime have very diverse backgrounds and experiences. The PSA is also available in Spanish, Thai, Hindi, and Tagalog. Download the PSA.

 

Victim Impact: Listen and Learn (Drunk Driving)

December 2008

The video in this series (NCJ 223072) features the first-person account of Cindi who shares her experience as victim of drunk driving and the ripple effect that victimization can have on family members and the community at large. A companion online only training curriculum is also available and includes a two part facilitator manual and a participant workbook.

Victim Impact: Listen and Learn (Homicide, Story 1)

December 2008

The video in this series (NCJ 223072) features the first-person account of Peggy who shares her experience as victim of homicide and the ripple effect that victimization can have on family members and the community at large. A companion online only training curriculum is also available and includes a two part facilitator manual and a participant workbook.

Victim Impact: Listen and Learn (Child Sexual Abuse, Story 2)

December 2008

The video in this series (NCJ 223072) features the first-person account of Ron who shares his experience as victim of child abuse and the ripple effect that victimization can have on family members and the community at large. A companion online only training curriculum is also available and includes a two part facilitator manual and a participant workbook.

Victim Impact: Listen and Learn (Crime Victim with a Disability)

December 2008

The video in this series (NCJ 223072) features the first-person account of Kimberly who shares her experience as crime victim with a disability and the ripple effect that victimization can have on family members and the community at large. A companion online only training curriculum is also available and includes a two part facilitator manual and a participant workbook.

Victim Impact: Listen and Learn (Homicide, Story 2)

December 2008

The video in this series (NCJ 223072) features the first-person account of Amy who shares her experience as victim of homicide and the ripple effect that victimization can have on family members and the community at large. A companion online only training curriculum is also available and includes a two part facilitator manual and a participant workbook.

Victim Impact: Listen and Learn (Burglary)

December 2008

The video in this series (NCJ 223072) features the first-person account of Leanna who shares her experience as victim of burglary and the ripple effect that victimization can have on family members and the community at large. A companion online only training curriculum is also available and includes a two part facilitator manual and a participant workbook.

Victim Impact: Listen and Learn (Gang-Related Homicide)

December 2008

The video in this series (NCJ 223072) features the first-person account of Teri who shares her experience as victim of gang-related homicide and the ripple effect that victimization can have on family members and the community at large. A companion online only training curriculum is also available and includes a two part facilitator manual and a participant workbook.

Victim Impact: Listen and Learn (Rape & Sexual Assault)

December 2008

The video in this series (NCJ 223072) features the first-person account of Debbie who shares her story as victim of rape and the ripple effect that victimization can have on family members and the community at large. A companion online only training curriculum is also available and includes a two part facilitator manual and a participant workbook.