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It’s National Crime Victims’ Rights Week!


Join OVC and communities across the Nation as we raise awareness about crime victims’ rights and services together during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) on April 19–25.

2026 NCVRW Resource Guide

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 19-25, 2026. Listen. Act. Advocate. Protect victims, serve communities.

This year’s theme is—

Listen. Act. Advocate. 
Protect victims, serve communities.

Use the 2026 NCVRW Resource Guide to raise awareness about victims’ rights, protections, and services. 

2026 NCVRW Message

Read this year’s NCVRW Presidential Message to learn about the federal government’s efforts to support all victims of crime.

2026 NCVRW Events

Communities across the country will come together this week to raise awareness about victims’ rights and services, pay tribute to victims of crime and the many dedicated professionals and volunteers who advocate on their behalf, and commemorate the accomplishments of the victim services field. Visit our Events page to search for NCVRW activities near you.

Date Published: April 20, 2026