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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. 

LGBTQ+ Victim Advocacy Initiative at Eskenazi Health | 2022 National Crime Victims' Service Awards

April 2022
In less than a year, the Gender Health Victim Advocates at Eskenazi Health have provided nearly 200 services to more than 131 transgender and non-binary victims of violence, abuse, and neglect. Eskenazi’s innovative approach to delivering services to LGBTQ+ patients through dedicated and specially trained advocates has improved both short- and long-term outcomes for these victims of violence, and demonstrated the clear need for victim advocates and life-saving services for the LGBTQ+ community.

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Suamhirs Piraino-Guzman | 2022 National Crime Victims' Service Awards

April 2022
Suamhirs Piraino-Guzman was abducted from Honduras as a child in 2004 and brought to the United States, where he was trafficked. He was abused and exploited in California until a police raid discovered him. Driven by his desire to ensure that children, immigrants, and human trafficking survivors receive better support, Mr. Piraino-Guzman has shared his experiences and built a career of service and inspiration.

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John Chapin, Ph.D. | 2022 National Crime Victims' Service Awards

April 2022
Dr. Chapin has published over 50 articles about violence prevention in prestigious national and international journals. Dr. Chapin shares his expertise and research with local school districts, nonprofits, and church and community parent organizations. He has offered violence prevention and media violence workshops and workshops with journalists in multiple states about how to cover crime without re-victimizing survivors.

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Deborah Flowers | 2022 National Crime Victims' Service Awards

April 2022
Deborah “Deb” Flowers, MSN, RN,CPNP, SANE-A, SANE-P, has been a beacon for survivors and a mentor to countless nurses and professionals across the State of North Carolina and beyond. She urges nurses to meet the complex medical-forensic, evidentiary, and mental health needs of all their patients. By sharing her knowledge through mentorship, Ms. Flowers has made a major difference in the lives of the victims she and her mentees encounter.

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Crime Victim Survivors: The Power of the Personal Story - Episode 1: Juanita Batchelor

April 2022
Series
The Survivor Series Podcast

In our first podcast, we hear the powerful personal story of Juanita Batchelor – a mother, grandmother, survivor, advocate, and activist – whose life was changed forever when her son was murdered. Juanita discusses the hurdles crime survivors go through trying to exercise their right to victim compensation; and what can be done to improve victim compensation services.

Become an OVC Peer Reviewer

April 2022

OVC is seeking peer reviewers from diverse backgrounds and regions with experience in the victim services field to assess grant applications. Learn about the peer reviewer role and responsibilities and gain perspective from experienced reviewers. Apply to become an OVC peer reviewer.

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Standards of Care for Human Trafficking Survivors

March 2022

Office for Victims of Crime Director Kristina Rose and the Office on Trafficking in Persons Director Katherine Chon discuss programs managed by both offices that support survivors of human trafficking. They also discuss how the anti-trafficking field has evolved over decades and highlight a new joint effort to develop standards of care for service providers supporting human trafficking survivors.

OVC FY 2022 Pre-Application Education Webinar Series Part 4: Upcoming Funding Opportunities

March 2022
Series
FY 2022 Pre-Application Education Webinar Series
This webinar provides prospective applicants with “nuts and bolts” information on the federal application process and connect potential applicants with funding opportunities to address the needs of victims of crime within their communities. Learn about the primary initiatives the OVC plans to fund in FY 2022, along with eligibility requirements and estimated funding amounts. This webinar is one of a four-part Pre-Application Webinar Series: Planning Your OVC Application to provide potential applicants with information about OVC funding opportunities and guidance on how to apply.

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OVC FY 2022 Pre-Application Education Webinar Series Part 3: Preparing Your Proposal and What to Expect Next

March 2022
Series
FY 2022 Pre-Application Education Webinar Series
Presenters will share practical guidance and insights on how to prepare a strong application package. This webinar will also provide insight into what happens to the grant application after submission into Grants.gov and JustGrants, and details about peer review of grant applications. This webinar is one of a four-part Pre-Application Webinar Series: Planning Your OVC Application to provide potential applicants with information about OVC funding opportunities and guidance on how to apply.

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OVC FY 2022 Pre-Application Education Webinar Series Part 2: Considerations When Building Your OVC Budget

February 2022
Series
FY 2022 Pre-Application Education Webinar Series
The discussion covers how to create a strong budget and budget narrative that effectively identifies the resources requested, is clearly connected to your grant application narrative, and complies with U.S. Department of Justice guidelines and requirements. This webinar is one of a four-part Pre-Application Webinar Series: Planning Your OVC Application to provide potential applicants with information about OVC funding opportunities and guidance on how to apply.

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OVC FY 2022 Pre-Application Education Webinar Series Part 1: Getting Ready to Apply

February 2022
Series
FY 2022 Pre-Application Education Webinar Series
This session provides an overview of the two-part application process in Grants.gov and JustGrants, including actions potential applicants can take prior to a solicitation’s release. Prospective applicants will gain information about: getting ready to apply; completing the abbreviated application in Grants.gov; entity onboarding and JustGrants access; the JustGrants onboarding process; completing, reviewing, certifying and submitting applications in JustGrants; and  helpful user tips. This webinar is one of a four-part Pre-Application Webinar Series: Planning Your OVC Application to provide potential applicants with information about OVC funding opportunities and guidance on how to apply.

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Consultation on the FY 2022 Tribal Set-Aside from the Crime Victims Fund | Day 2 | January 14, 2022

February 2022
OVC invited Tribal leaders, representatives, and stakeholders to participate in a Consultation on the Tribal Set-Aside from the Crime Victims Fund for Fiscal Year 2022. Attendees discussed proposed changes to program policy regarding the use of funds and the application process. This is the recorded webinar from the second day of the 2-day consultation.

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OVC Materials for Trafficked Youth – A Journey Through and Beyond the Legal System

February 2022

In this video, OVC and Center for Court Innovation staff discuss graphic novels focused on young human trafficking survivors’ experiences, plus an accompanying booklet that focuses on rights, roles, and responsibilities within the justice system. Learn how to use these materials to support victims and witnesses of sex and labor trafficking, ages 12–18. View the Child Victims and Witness Support Materials on Human Trafficking.

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Consultation on the FY 2022 Tribal Set-Aside from the Crime Victims Fund | Day 1 | January 13, 2022

February 2022
OVC invited Tribal leaders, representatives, and stakeholders to participate in a Consultation on the Tribal Set-Aside from the Crime Victims Fund for Fiscal Year 2022. Attendees discussed proposed changes to program policy regarding the use of funds and the application process. This is the recorded webinar of the first day of the 2-day consultation.

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Understanding the Effects of the Pandemic for Domestic Violence Victims

November 2021

Hear from Federal Government representatives, researchers, and service providers about how COVID-19 has impacted the occurrence of domestic violence across the country as they cover—

  • an analysis of domestic violence calls,
  • the inequities experienced by underserved populations, and
  • the challenges service providers experienced and their innovative responses to help those in need.

OVC and the Office on Violence Against Women hosted this webinar on Friday, October 29, 2021.

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Transforming Victims Services Performance Management: Introduction

September 2021
Series
Performance Measures
This recorded webinar provides OVC Transforming Victims Services grantees with information about their performance management responsibilities. Learn about what you need to know before logging into the reporting platform and how the OVC Performance Management Team can assist grantees with collecting, tracking, reporting, and analyzing your data.

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Human Trafficking Enhanced Collaborative Model Task Force Performance Measures Training

September 2021
Series
Performance Measures
During this recorded webinar, OVC’s performance management team provides Enhanced Collaborative Model Task Force to Combat Human Trafficking grantees with an overview of performance measures; information about data collection, tracking, and analysis; and the performance measures reporting process, and troubleshooting strategies and additional resources.

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Human Trafficking Victim Service Providers Performance Measures Training

September 2021
Series
Performance Measures
During this recorded webinar, OVC’s performance management team provides OVC human trafficking victim service provider grantees with an overview of performance measures; information about data collection, tracking, and analysis; and the performance measures reporting process, and troubleshooting strategies and additional resources.

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OVC Center for VOCA Administrators Launch: Remarks From OVC Director Kristina Rose

September 2021

In this video, OVC Director Kristina Rose announces the launch of the OVC Center for VOCA Administrators. The Center provides technical support to strengthen the capacity of VOCA Administrators to administer VOCA formula victim assistance and victim compensation funds—the cornerstone of support for victims throughout the Nation. Visit the OVC Center for VOCA Administrators website.

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