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Best practices

National Mass Violence Center

This OVC-funded initiative provides evidence-based information, training, and other resources for communities so they can effectively prepare for and respond to mass violence incidents.

Center for Victim Research

The OVC-funded Center for Victim Research (CVR) is a tool for victim service providers and researchers to connect and share knowledge. CVR facilitates access to victim research and data while improving the utility of research and data collection to crime victim services nationwide. CVR’s library collection offers open-access research materials, special access to research for VOCA-funded organizations, and free training.

Vision 21 Accomplishments

Date Published
July 2016
Agencies
OVC
Publication Type
Report (Technical Assistance), Program/Project Evaluation, Program/Project Description, Grants and Funding

Center for Changing Our Campus Culture

The Center for Changing Our Campus Culture is a comprehensive online clearinghouse that provides important resources for colleges and universities on sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. The site—fully funded by the Office on Violence Against Women—includes the latest research; sample campus policies, protocols, and best practices; and information on how to access training opportunities and technical assistance.

Agencies’ Use of Technology: Best Practices & Policies Toolkit

This resource provides guidance for domestic violence programs, sexual assault crisis centers, and victim service agencies regarding best practices to help maintain the safety and security of crime victims and their personal information. It was produced by the National Network to End Domestic Violence's Safety Net Project, which develops resources and information on the use of technology for survivors and the agencies that support them.