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Attend the OVC Tribal Consultation on Potential Future Tribal Set-Aside Funding

OVC invites Tribal leaders and representatives to participate in a Tribal Consultation regarding how potential future Tribal set-aside funding from the Crime Victims Fund should be programmed.

Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program Pre-application Webinars

OVC, in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Tribal Justice, conducted four webinars in July to review solicitation requirements for the FY 2019 Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program.

Office of Justice Programs Pledges Millions to Support Public Safety in Alaska Native Communities

Attorney General William P. Barr and Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Katie Sullivan recently visited Alaska to discuss public safety.

Resources and Support for the Victims of Recent Mass Shootings

OVC staff extend our condolences to the victims of the shootings in Odessa and Midland, Texas, El Paso, Texas, Dayton, Ohio, and Gilroy, California OVC presents resources which may be able to help during this difficult time.

Submit Your Nominations for the 2020 National Crime Victims' Service Awards

Do you know an individual, organization, team, or program that you would like to see recognized for their work? If so, please submit nominations for the 2020 National Crime Victims' Service Awards by 11:59 p.m. eastern time on October 9, 2019.

September 25: National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims

In 2007, the U.S. Congress designated September 25 of each year as the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims. The resolution states that this day provides “an opportunity for the people of the United States to honor the memories of murder victims and to recognize the impact on surviving family members.”

Visit the Parents Of Murdered Children website to find commemorative events hosted by...

Announcing the 2020 National Crime Victims' Rights Week Theme

OVC is pleased to announce the 2020 NCVRW theme—Seek Justice | Ensure Victims' Rights | Inspire Hope. NCVRW, which will be held April 19–25, 2020, brings communities together and educates the public about victims' rights, protections, and services.

Funding Opportunity: 2020 National Crime Victims' Rights Week Community Awareness Projects

Apply for funding for projects to raise public awareness of victims' rights and services in communities during National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW), April 19–25, 2020.

Register for the OVC Grantee Orientation Webinar

This webinar will provide OVC grantees with the knowledge and resources to successfully manage grant awards.

Fraud Alert: Scammers Claiming to be with OVC

The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) has received multiple reports that our office's name is being used as part of an imposter scam targeting individuals throughout the country.

Funding Opportunity: Reaching Victims of Crime in Underserved Communities

The National Resource Center for Reaching Victims will fund up to 10 projects that serve victims from communities frequently underrepresented in healing services and avenues to justice.

The Reaching Victims of Crime Mini-Grant program will address unmet needs and close gaps that prevent survivors from accessing and benefiting from victim services. Projects funded by this program will better identify, engage, and serve survivors from underserved...

Funding Opportunity: FY 2019 Evaluation of Services for Victims of Crime

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ), in coordination with OVC, is requesting applications for the FY 2019 Evaluation of Services for Victims of Crime solicitation.

Funding Opportunity FY 2019 Research and Evaluation on Trafficking in Persons

The National Institute of Justice (NIJ), in coordination with OVC, is seeking applications for the FY 2019 Research and Evaluation on Trafficking in Persons solicitation.

Funding Opportunity: FY 2019 Measuring the Impact of Victim Services: Instrument Development

In collaboration with OVC and the Office on Violence Against Women, the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is seeking applications for the FY 2019 Measuring the Impact of Victim Services: Instrument Development solicitation.

Participate in FTC Social Media Events During National Consumer Protection Week

National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) will be commemorated on March 3–9, 2019. NCPW is a time to help people understand their consumer rights and make well-informed decisions about money.

Financial Institutions Report Widespread Elder Financial Abuse

Federal law requires financial institutions report suspicious activity that might indicate money laundering, tax evasion, or other criminal activities to the federal government. Now, a first of its kind analysis can help the field better understand elder fraud and opportunities to improve prevention and response.

Funding Opportunity: FY 2019 Enhanced Collaborative Model (ECM) Task Force To Combat Human Trafficking: Supporting Law Enforcement's Role

The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is seeking applicants for the FY 2019 Enhanced Collaborative Model (ECM) Task Force To Combat Human Trafficking: Supporting Law Enforcement's Role solicitation. Apply by July 11, 2019.

Save the Date for a Roundtable on Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Financial Exploitation

As part of its commemoration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the U.S Department of Justice’s Elder Justice Initiative and Office on Violence Against Women invite you to watch A View from the Bench: A Roundtable Discussion with Judges about Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Financial Exploitation.

CFPB Releases Reverse Mortgage Resource in Spanish

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently released a Spanish translation of its Reverse Mortgage Discussion Guide. The guide can help older adults understand reverse mortgages, the financial programs available to them, and how to submit a complaint.

CDC Toolkit Helps Communities Teach Youth About Healthy Relationships

To help your community prevent teen dating violence before it starts, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) developed Dating Matters®: Strategies to Promote Healthy Teen Relationships.

New Training Available to Help Older Adults Make Financial Decisions

The National Center for State Courts recently released a new online training course to assist individuals explore ways to help older adults make financial decisions with informal supports, legal options, or adult guardianship.

View Resources for the Victims of Recent Mass Violence Incidents

OVC presents resources related to recent mass violence violence incidents in the United States.

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U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS): Administration for Children & Families

ACF promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals, and communities. Through its Children's Bureau, ACF assists states in the delivery of child welfare services. Its Web site presents related initiatives, statistics, ACF programs, funding, and information systems.

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