Resources and Support for the Victims at Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas
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.
News and announcements
February 2024 From the Director’s Desk Briefing Now Available
Listen to a recording of this briefing for the latest news on OVC programs and initiatives.
February 2024 Featured Resources
This featured news content includes information about National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, National Black History Month, and the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation.
Message From the Director: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking To Enhance the Federal Crime Victim Compensation Program
I am pleased to announce that the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) has published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in the Federal Register (“Notice”) on Monday, February 5, 2024, to enhance the federal crime victim compensation program. It is now open for public comment.
As you may know, the federal crime victim compensation program is authorized through the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) and the formula...
Message from the SVRD Division Director - iMPRoVE Project
Learn about a tool to help victim service providers measure the short-term outcomes and quality of services delivered to persons impacted by crime.
Funding Opportunity: Promote the OVC Child Victims and Witnesses Support Materials
Apply for up to $10,000 to print and disseminate resources from OVC's Child Victims and Witnesses Support Materials series.
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.
Register for a webinar hosted by the Office on...
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.
Deadline Extended: Submit Your Art for Display at the 18th National Indian Nations Conference
We invite survivors, advocates, and representees of all ages from American Indian/Alaska Native communities to submit original artwork for use on materials for our 18th National Indian Nations Conference.
Funding Opportunity: 2024 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Community Awareness Projects
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...
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.