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January 2023 Featured Resources

This featured news content includes information about National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, National Stalking Awareness Month, Identity Theft Awareness Week, and updates on the upcoming National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.

Funding Opportunity: FY 2023 Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation


The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking applicants for the FY 2023 Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation.

This solicitation provides comprehensive funding to federally recognized Tribes, Tribal consortia, and Tribal designees to develop a comprehensive and coordinated approach to public safety and victimization. Refer to the solicitation for more information about eligibility. Applicants have the flexibility to submit a single application and select from any...

View a New Guide to Raise Awareness About Human Trafficking

This January marks 20 years of OVC’s anti-trafficking efforts. In recognition of these efforts, OVC has released a Commemoration Guide to support the field in its efforts to raise awareness for human trafficking victims’ rights and services.

2023 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week News

Save the date for the 2023 NCVRW Candlelight Vigil on April 26, 2023, and sign up for the NCVRW subscription list by January 5, 2023, to receive a complimentary print copy of the 2023 NCVRW Poster Kit.

Attend a Free Virtual Human Trafficking Youth Forum

Learn how to talk to youth about online safety, understand human trafficking trends and how they affect the youth population, and discover available government resources for youth victims and individuals working with youth.

December 2022 Featured Resources

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

President Biden recommits us, “to stopping avoidable traffic deaths and keeping America’s roadways safe,” in his National Impaired Driving Prevention Month proclamation.

This December, we highlight resources to help the field serve victims of impaired driving.

The National Sheriffs’ Association’s DUI Crashes: Real Crimes, Real Victims(link is external) video urges law enforcement to respond to and interact with DUI crash victims...

November 2022 Featured Resources

This featured news content includes information about National Native American Heritage Month, Transgender Day of Remembrance, and OVC-funded assistance and compensation programs.

Check Out OVC’s New Logo

OVC's new logo highlights our ongoing efforts to help crime survivors find their justice through rights, access, and equity.

2021 Press Room Archive

View archived 2021 U.S. Department of Justice and White House press releases and remarks from OVC leadership relevant to the crime victims field.