Victims
Resources for Sextortion Victims
FY 2023 Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative (CVIPI)
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Victim Service Providers in U.S. Counties, 2017
Stalking Victimization, 2019
Services for Crime Victims, 2019
Resources and Support for the Victims of the Tragedy in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area
The Office for Victims of Crime: An Ongoing Commitment to Victims of Human Trafficking
Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services - Template Package I: Getting Started
Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services – Template Package III: Student Interns & Volunteers
Establishing or Enhancing Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services – Advocacy Parameters & Documentation
Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services: Key Considerations
Capturing Victims’ Voices on Justice through Research
Strategy Helps Law Enforcement Connect with Victims and Build Community Trust
Office for Victims of Crime Grant Programs: Sexual Assault Victim Services FY 2019 Topical Snapshot
Office for Victims of Crime Grant Programs: Victim Services for Children FY 2019 Topical Snapshot
What You Can Do If You Are a Victim of Crime (Spanish Version)
December 2020 Featured Resources
Law Enforcement
Learn about OVC efforts to support for programs which help law enforcement officers compassionately and effectively meet the needs of crime victims.
Elder Fraud & Abuse
Learn about OVC efforts to address elder fraud and abuse and discover publications, resources, and training and technical assistance to help enhance services for victims.
November 2020 Featured Resources
National Native American Heritage Month
Every November, we commemorate National Native American Heritage Month. In his proclamation, President Trump states “This month, as we recommit to supporting Native American Tribes and people, we resolve to work side-by-side with their leaders to secure stronger, safer communities and preserve their sacred heritage for future generations.”
The Department of Justice has a long-standing commitment to improving public...
Message from OVC Director Jessica Hart: 20th Anniversary of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act
Office for Victims of Crime Director Jessica E. Hart speaks about the Administration's commitment to combating human trafficking and providing services to victims as we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act. This landmark legislation identified a three-pronged approach to address this issue: protection, prevention, and prosecution.
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October 2020 Featured Resources
Meet the 2020 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Recipients
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The Office for Victims of Crime annually recognizes individuals and organizations that demonstrate outstanding service in supporting victims.
The National Crime Victims’ Service Awards recipients are selected from nominations in a variety of categories for their vision, action, and leadership to improve the lives of victims in the aftermath of crime.
In a video message...
Attorney General Barr Announces Awards Over $1.8 Billion in Funding to Assist Victims
On Tuesday, October 6, 2020, Attorney General Barr announced the Office for Victims of Crime release of awards totaling more than $1.8 billion to state victim assistance and compensation programs to fund thousands of local victim assistance programs across the country and provide millions in compensation to victims of crime.
Supported by the Crime Victims Fund, this formula grant program supports a broad array of programs...
September 2020 Featured Resources
September is National Preparedness Month
President Trump has proclaimed September as National Preparedness Month. In his proclamation, the President states “we cannot always know when the next crisis will occur, but we can know that we will be prepared by committing ourselves to a culture of resilience.”
OVC’s Helping Victims of Mass Violence & Terrorism: Planning, Response, Recovery, and Resources toolkit provides communities and...