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February 2021 Featured Resources

This featured news content includes information about Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, National Consumer Protection Week, and The Vicarious Trauma Toolkit.

December 2020 Featured Resources

This featured news content includes information about National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program, and the VictimConnect Resource Center.

Law Enforcement

Learn about OVC efforts to support for programs which help law enforcement officers compassionately and effectively meet the needs of crime victims.

Elder Fraud & Abuse

Learn about OVC efforts to address elder fraud and abuse and discover publications, resources, and training and technical assistance to help enhance services for victims.

Glossary

This Crime Victimization Glossary is a compilation of terms and definitions provided in the Directory of Crime Victim Services.

Get Posted

This page provides step-by-step instructions on posting a record in the OVC Directory of Crime Victim Services and lists content policies and screening criteria.