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Navegando los Recursos de OVC: Descubre los Fondos Disponibles y Oportunidades de Entrenamiento de OVC

March 2023
Acompaña a la Directora del Departamento de Justicia de los Estados Unidos, Oficina de Victimas del Crimen (VOCA por sus siglas en español), Kristina Rose, sus colegas y representantes de organizaciones que han recibido subvenciones tales como; Chicanos por la Causa y SEPA Mujer en un webinar que proveerá información general de lo que OVC/VOCA ofrece.

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OVC FY 2023 Human Trafficking Fellowship Program

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The Fellow awarded under this program will work collaboratively with OVC and the anti-trafficking field in identifying and understanding human trafficking issues and evidence-informed practices.

OVC FY 2023 Services for Victims of Human Trafficking

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The purpose of this program is to develop, expand, or strengthen victim service programs for victims of human trafficking.

OVC FY 2023 Enhanced Collaborative Model (ECM) Task Force to Combat Human Trafficking

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The purpose of this program is to develop, expand, or strengthen a multidisciplinary approach to better respond to human trafficking. This collaborative approach must include a range of partners that work together to provide access to a diverse set of services for trafficking victims and to seek justice on their behalf.

OVC FY 2023 Building Capacity of National Crisis Hotlines

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This program seeks to enhance or expand the capacity of national hotlines that are essential for providing crisis intervention services, safety planning, information, referrals, and resources for victims of crime.

OVC FY 2023 Expanding Access to Sexual Assault Forensic Examinations

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OVC seeks to establish or expand sexual assault examination programs that focus on increasing the number and availability of SANEs/SAFEs, expanding access to sexual assault forensic examinations, and improving the quality of post-sexual assault care using a hospital-based, community-based, campus-based, or corrections-based approach.

OVC FY 2023 National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center

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OVC seeks to maintain a Center to identify and develop evidence-based best practices that address the comprehensive needs of victims of mass violence and those who engage with them, with an emphasis on addressing mental- and behavioral-health issues.

Funding & Awards

OVC administers two Victims of Crime Act formula grant programs that support crime victim compensation and assistance—the cornerstone of support for victims throughout the Nation. 

Additionally, OVC is charged by Congress with administering set-aside funds from the Crime Victims Fund for a Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside program which provide support to Tribal communities to enhance services for victims of crime.

OVC also administers discretionary grants...

Funding Webinars

OVC hosts webinars for stakeholders interested in applying for funding opportunities. Webinars offer information about program objectives and submission requirements.

Types of Funding

OVC administers formula grants, discretionary grants, and set-asides to support crime victim services throughout the Nation.

Current Funding Opportunities

Department of Justice Application Season is Here! 

Prepare early — any time during the year — to ensure your registration and users are up to date in the systems involved in the application process. Review the DOJ Grant Application Submission Checklist to identify which actions you can take now and what to expect when you start an application. 

When available, OVC funding opportunities will be listed...