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Register for Webinar on Forced Marriage and its Intersections with Human Trafficking and Other Forms of Violence

Forced marriage is a significant, yet hidden, problem in the United States. The reasons behind forced marriages are complex and varied. Families may view marriage as a way to protect family honor, preserve culture and community, or ensure their child’s well-being and economic security. Nevertheless, forced marriage can have harmful, lifelong consequences for those at risk.

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January 2024 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available

Listen for updates about National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the 2024 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week artwork, new career opportunities, and more.

Upcoming Webinar: Confronting Labor Trafficking Through a Victim-Centered Approach

Join OVC for a webinar commemorating National Human Trafficking Prevention Month that raises awareness about labor trafficking and resources available to survivors.

Resources and Support for the Victims at Perry High School in Iowa

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.

January 2024 Featured Resources

This featured news content includes information about National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, National Stalking Awareness Month, Identity Theft Awareness Week, and the release of the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week artwork.

December 2023 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available

Listen for updates about the 18th National Indian Nations Conference, the National Census of Victim Service Providers, the Crime Victims Fund, and more.

Now Online: 2024 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Artwork

Use the 2024 NCVRW artwork to help communities raise awareness about victims’ rights and services.

Resources and Support for the Victims at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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.

December 2023 Featured Resources

This featured news content includes information about National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, Coping With the Holidays for Victims of Crime, and the call for art for the National Indian Nations Conference.

Now Accepting VOCA Victim Compensation Certification Forms—Due December 29, 2023

We announce the release of the VOCA Victim Compensation Certification (VCC) form and instructions to prepare for the FY 2024 VOCA Formula Award Allocations.

November 2023 Featured Resources

This featured news content includes information about National Native American Heritage Month, Transgender Day of Remembrance, Forensic Nurses Week, and the National Census of Victim Service Providers.

November 2023 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available

Listen for updates about the Community Awareness Projects funding opportunity, National Indian Nations Conference art initiative, and the status of the Crime Victims Fund.

Resources and Support for the Victims in Chicago, Illinois

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 in Lewiston, Maine

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.

Be Counted in the National Census of Victim Service Providers

Participate in this survey and contribute to our understanding of the current landscape of victim services across the country.

Funding Opportunity: 2024 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Community Awareness Projects

National Crime Victims' Rights Week | April 21-27, 2024

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) is a time to honor crime victims and survivors, recognize the work of the crime victims field, and raise public awareness about victims’ rights and services.

To support your organization’s awareness efforts during NCVRW on April 21–27, 2024, apply for NCVRW Community Awareness Projects funding. Successful applicants will be reimbursed up to $5,000 in costs associated with public awareness...

Report on Project to Reduce Child Deaths Due to Abuse and Neglect

Learn how five OVC grantees successfully expanded their understanding of how to promote child and family well-being.

Report Highlights Efforts To Engage Communities To Address Child Abuse and Neglect

Learn about Michigan’s efforts to reduce fatalities or near-death injuries due to child abuse or neglect through the Child Safety Forward initiative.

Remarks by OVC Director Kristina Rose from the National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center Grant Announcement

It’s wonderful to be in beautiful Charleston [South Carolina].

I want to thank Dr. Saladin and Dr. Kilpatrick for hosting us today, and for leading an exceptional institution that has done so much to advance our understanding of trauma and victimization.

I want to welcome Mayor Tecklenburg to our gathering – we are so pleased that you are able to join us. Thank you for...

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Register for Webinar on Forced Marriage and its Intersections with Human Trafficking and Other Forms of Violence

January 2024 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available

Upcoming Webinar: Confronting Labor Trafficking Through a Victim-Centered Approach

Resources and Support for the Victims at Perry High School in Iowa

January 2024 Featured Resources

December 2023 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available

Now Online: 2024 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Artwork

Resources and Support for the Victims at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas

December 2023 Featured Resources

Now Accepting VOCA Victim Compensation Certification Forms—Due December 29, 2023

November 2023 Featured Resources

November 2023 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available

Resources and Support for the Victims in Chicago, Illinois

Resources and Support for the Victims in Lewiston, Maine

Be Counted in the National Census of Victim Service Providers

Funding Opportunity: 2024 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Community Awareness Projects

Report on Project to Reduce Child Deaths Due to Abuse and Neglect

Report Highlights Efforts To Engage Communities To Address Child Abuse and Neglect

Remarks by OVC Director Kristina Rose from the National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center Grant Announcement

October 2023 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available

New Tool Available To Measure Victim Service Outcomes

October 2023 Featured Resources

Message from the Director: Expansion of OVC TTAC

September 2023 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available

September 2023 Featured Resources

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