Victims of crime
Resources and Support for the Victims of the Shooting in Boulder, Colorado
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 of the Tragedy in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area
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.
Now Online: 2021 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Resource Guide
This Resource Guide contains a wealth of materials, in both English and Spanish, to help educate the public about victims’ rights, protections, and services during NCVRW and throughout the year.
Elder Abuse Victimization: What We Know from Research- and Practice-Based Evidence
Date Published
September 2020
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Identity Theft and Fraud Victimization: What We Know about Identity Theft and Fraud Victims from Research- and Practice-Based Evidence
Date Published
August 2019
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Survivor Perspectives: Increasing Identification Through Labor Trafficking Outreach
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International Rescue Committee
Date Published
October 2020
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Case Study: Increasing Identification Through Outreach - Anna's Story
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International Rescue Committee
Date Published
October 2020
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Case Study: Identifying Vulnerabilities - Jared's Story
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International Rescue Committee
Date Published
October 2020
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Case Study: Labor Trafficking Identification - Crystal's Story
Date Published
October 2020
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March 2021 Featured Resources
This featured news content includes information about the release of the 2021 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Resource Guide, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week awareness activities, and a new online training on working with young men and boys of color.
The Office for Victims of Crime: An Ongoing Commitment to Victims of Human Trafficking
Date Published
January 2021
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Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services - Template Package II: Protocols and Documentation
Date Published
October 2019
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Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services – Template Package III: Student Interns & Volunteers
Date Published
December 2020
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Establishing or Enhancing Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services – Advocacy Parameters & Documentation
Date Published
October 2020
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Capturing Victims’ Voices on Justice through Research
Date Published
2020
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Who Are Underserved Victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault? Underrepresented Victim Populations and Barriers to Service Seeking
Date Published
2020
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Strategy Helps Law Enforcement Connect with Victims and Build Community Trust
The Enhancing Law Enforcement Response to Victims Strategy, Second Edition introduces law enforcement leaders to the benefits and methods for adopting victim-centered, trauma-informed philosophies to improve the response to crime victims.
Office for Victims of Crime Grant Programs: Sexual Assault Victim Services FY 2019 Topical Snapshot
Date Published
2021
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Office for Victims of Crime Grant Programs: Victim Services for Older Adults FY 2019 Topical Snapshot
Date Published
2021
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Office for Victims of Crime Grant Programs: Victim Services for Children FY 2019 Topical Snapshot
Date Published
2021
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OVC TTAC Human Trafficking Action Research Toolkit
Date Published
December 2020
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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.
Commemorating National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Every January, the Nation commemorates National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The Office for Victims of Crime is committed to strengthening the response to human trafficking and serving victims and survivors.