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Victims of crime

A Conversation with Roberta Roper: The Evolution of Victims' Rights

September 2022
Series
Justice Today Podcast
To commemorate the annual observance of the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims on September 25, Office for Victims of Crime Director Kristina Rose speaks to Roberta Roper about the murder of her beloved daughter, Stephanie. Hear Roberta’s inspiring story and how the crime victims’ field has changed in the past four decades and learn about the ongoing work that needs to be done to help all victims of crime find their justice. 

Post-Conviction Survivor Resources

This website provides information and resources to improve post-conviction services to crime victims and survivors. Created by Healing Justice, in partnership with the National Center for Victims of Crime and Video Action, Inc., the site includes resources for victim service providers, allied professionals, crime survivors and their family members, the media, and the public.

OVC FY 2022 Developing Greater Understanding of the Needs of and Resources for Victims of Criminal Justice System-Related Harm

Closing Date
Grants.gov Deadline
Application JustGrants Deadline
This program seeks to better understand the service needs of persons harmed by a justice system error or failure; develop best practices to identify these victims; determine whether services currently exist that can meet the needs of this population; and offer recommendations for appropriate service delivery, resources, partnerships, and tools.

OVC Materials for Trafficked Youth – A Journey Through and Beyond the Legal System

February 2022

In this video, OVC and Center for Court Innovation staff discuss graphic novels focused on young human trafficking survivors’ experiences, plus an accompanying booklet that focuses on rights, roles, and responsibilities within the justice system. Learn how to use these materials to support victims and witnesses of sex and labor trafficking, ages 12–18. View the Child Victims and Witness Support Materials on Human Trafficking.

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