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Join OVC on February 15, 2-3pm EST for a Web Forum discussion on assisting older victims of intimate partner sexual violence. More News Announcements
The National Center for Victims of Crime launched an online course, funded by OVC, about the use of technology in stalking. More News Announcements
In recognition of National Stalking Awareness Month, the National Cyber Security Alliance and McAfee release new data about online stalking and safety tips. More News Announcements
OVC invites applications for State Victim Assistance Academy (SVAA) grants to develop SVAAs that meet the educational and training needs of victim service providers and allied professionals. . . More News Announcements
In fiscal year 2011, OVC awarded more than $23 million in discretionary grants. More News Announcements
New report released by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cites that, on average, 24 people
per minute are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States. More News Announcements
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Current Resources For Crime Victim Service Providers
Training
Continue your education! Visit OVC TTAC’s Training Catalog for information about instructor-led workshops and online trainings—

  • National Victim Assistance Academy
  • Victim Assistance Training Online (VAT Online)
  • Supporting Crime Victims with Disabilities
OVC Web Forum
Every month, the OVC Web Forum presents a special topic led by a guest host.

Recent sessions:
  • Building Resiliency within Victim Service Organizations
  • Responding to Victims of Property Crimes
  • Understanding Firearms Laws To Assist Domestic Violence Victims
OVC GallerySpotlight
New multimedia products and images are now showcased in OVC’s Gallery such as—

  • Photos and videos from the National Crime Victims’ Rights Awards.
  • Web banners of top OVC products and events.
Tools

2012 NCVRW Resource Guide

Now Available Online. 2012 National Crime Victims' Rights Week Resource Guide.

State/Local Victim Resources

U.S. Resource Map

Looking to obtain victim services? Use OVC’s U.S. Resource map.

Includes Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) State contacts, events, and resources.

Searchable FAQs

Search for answers to frequent questions about the crime victims field.

Q:  What types of victimization qualify for compensation?

A:  . . . VOCA places priority on violent crime, but it does not prohibit coverage of nonviolent crimes . . .

Victims’ Rights Laws

VictimLaw. Your Source for Crime Victim Rights and Protections.

Featured Resources

Featured Resources

Vision 21

Vision 21: Transforming Victim Services
Developing the blueprint for moving the crime victims field forward.

Visit Vision 21 for details on this new OVC initiative.

You too can share your vision for the future of victim services.

Crimesolutions.gov

Visit Crimesolutions.gov to determine what works in crime victims services.
Programs Addressing Crime Victimization. Total number of programs: 46. 44% Effective. 54% Promising. 2% No effects.
Data retrieved February 1, 2012.
You’ll find—
  • Key program information.
  • Research on effectiveness.
  • Easily understandable ratings.

9/11 Compensation Fund

September 11 Victim Compensation Fund
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