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On June 7, 2013, OVC released the Vision 21: Transforming Victim Services Final Report.  More News Announcements
Nominations are being accepted for the 2014 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards.  More News Announcements
On June 5, 2013, OVC hosted an online discussion on Incorporating LGBTQ Victims’ Needs into Mainstream Victim Services. More News Announcements
In 2014, NCVRW will be observed April 6–12, 2014. Visit the NCVRW Web site regularly for information... More News Announcements
Attorney General Eric Holder honored 12 individuals, programs, teams, and organizations for service to crime victims during the National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony, which was held on April 24. More News Announcements
If you were injured during or an eyewitness to the Boston Marathon bombings and have not already spoken to a FBI Victim Specialist, contact the FBI Office for Victim Assistance at victim.assistance@ic.fbi.gov or call the
FBI Victim Assistance Call Center at 1-800-331-0075.
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Current Resources For Crime Victim Service Providers
Training
Continue your education! Visit Training & Technical Assistance on the OVC Web site 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:
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

2014 Crime Victims’ Service Awards

National Crime Victims' Service Awards. Submit Your Nominations by September 4, 2013.

Vision 21 Final Report

Vision 21: Final Report
NOW ONLINE: The Vision 21 report which includes—
  • An analysis of the current state of affairs.
  • A framework for strategic change.
  • A course of action for the future.

9/11 Compensation Fund

September 11 Victim Compensation Fund

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.

Victims’ Rights Laws

VictimLaw. Your Source for Crime Victim Rights and Protections.

Featured Resources

Featured Resources

Crimesolutions.gov

Visit Crimesolutions.gov to determine what works in crime victims services.
59 Programs Addressing Crime Victimization.
Data retrieved June 11, 2013.
33% Effective: Strong evidence indicates that programs achieve their intended outcomes... find out more about ratings and classifications. >>

Searchable FAQs

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

Q: When will National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) be observed in 2013?

A:  . . . NCVRW will be observed April 21-27, 2013. Stay informed about NCVRW updates by signing up for the NCVRW Mailing list . . .

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