Sexual assault
Survivors.org
Survivors.org provides support and healing tools for survivors of sexual violence. This website can help survivors find local service providers, hotlines, holistic healing resources, and community-specific support. This OVC-funded project is operated by PAVE (Promoting Awareness | Victim Empowerment).
Survivors Art Summit
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Eastern
Location
University of Connecticut (Stamford campus)
Stamford, CT
Event Type
Symposium
Denim Days Painting Event
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Central
Location
Mabee Center at Howard Payne University
Brownwood, TX
Event Type
Ceremonies
Unmasking Sexual Abuse: Understanding, Healing, and Prevention
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Central
Location
White Oak Estates and Gardens
Baton Rouge, LA
Event Type
Workshop
41st Annual Conference on Crime Victims' Issues
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Eastern
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Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Virginia Beach, VA
Event Type
Conference
Courage First Athlete Hotline
This helpline provides support to athletes, former athletes, parents, coaches, and sports communities who wish to report concerns about emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. Contact the hotline's athlete-centered counselors by phone or text at 888-279-1026 or by online chat.
Learn about DOJ Initiatives to Prevent and Address Gender-Based Violence
Read about the U.S. Department of Justice’s whole-of-agency effort to respond to gender-based violence.
SurvivorSpace
SurvivorSpace offers self-care and resiliency tips and tools for adult survivors of child sexual abuse. Funded by OVC through a grant to the Zero Abuse Project, this website is a safe space for survivors informed by survivors. It offers visitors an opportunity to explore their options, use interactive tools to help them on their healing journey, connect with others, and more.
April 2023 Featured Resources
This featured news content includes information about National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, and National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Low Prosecution Rates in Sexual Assault Cases: Can We Make Sustainable Improvements?
Exploring the Link Between Dating Apps and Sexual Assault: Novel Research Findings
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Eastern
Location
Online
Event Type
Webinar
Registration Status
Open
OVC FY 2023 Emergency and Transitional Pet Shelter and Housing Assistance Grant Program
Closing Date
Grants.gov Deadline
Application JustGrants Deadline
This program will provide funding for shelter and transitional housing and other assistance to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking and their companion animals.