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Oregon joins effort to solve crimes against Native women

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Native American women have gone missing or been killed at alarming rates, federal and private studies show, and there is growing concern Read more

Find a Memorial Day ceremony near you, 120+ VA National Cemetery events across the country

Memorial Day (this Monday, May 27) honors Americans who died while defending the nation and its values. It’s a day that allows us to remember our Read more

Three Tribes Selected as Grantees for First Nations’ “Changing Native Food Economies” Project

Longmont, Colorado, May 21, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Nations Development Institute (First Nations) has selected three grantees under its previously announced “Changing Native Food Economies Read more

From National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center– “Special Collection: Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls”

This Special Collection is developed to highlight the issues, concerns, recommendations and resources for addressing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) within tribal communities. The Special Collection organizes information, resources, tips Read more

National Missing Children’s Day Ceremony To Stream Live (May 22, 2019)

Today at 2 p.m. ET, The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) will live-stream the National Missing Children’s Read more

The United States Department of Justice Announces Third Annual Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Policing

On May 20, 2019, Attorney General William P. Barr announced the third annual Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Policing. The Attorney General’s Award, to Read more

DOJ Training Announcement – Federal Criminal Practice for Tribal Prosecutors Seminar – July 30 – August 2, 2019

The National Indian Country Training Initiative, together with the Bureau of Justice Assistance, is pleased to announce they are co-sponsoring the Federal Criminal Practice for Tribal Read more

National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) Training Opportunity: AMBER Alert Training for BIA Tribal Law Enforcement | 4 training locations!

Locations include Pickstown, SD | Watersmeet, MI | Fort Hall, ID | Fort McDowell, AZ

Title IV-E Guide for Tribal Governments and Leaders: Considerations and Lessons Learned

There’s a lot to think about when exploring whether or not accessing Title IV-E funds is right for a tribe. Tribal Governments and Leaders play a Read more

Apply for OVC TTAC’s NVAA: Strategic Planning for Program Managers

Strategic planning is a process to help you determine where your organization is and where it wants to be in the future. Strategic planning can help Read more

Strengthening Tribal Response to Violence Against Native Women Webinar

Is domestic violence and sexual assault happening in your tribal community? Do you want to improve response to these crimes yet your tribe does not receive Read more

National Children’s Alliance’s (NCA) New “One in Ten” Podcast Debuts

In NCA’s new podcast, One in Ten, NCA Executive Director Teresa Huizar engages in one-on-one conversations with experts on science, law, medicine, morality, and messaging. Read more

Indian Child Welfare Act; Designated Tribal Agents for Service of Notice

The regulations implementing the Indian Child Welfare Act provide that Indian Tribes may designate an agent other than the Tribal chairman for service of notice of proceedings under the Act. This notice includes Read more

Register to attend the National Crime Victims Law Institute’s training “Access to Justice for All Victims: Language Access and Meaningful Collaborations”

Wednesday, June 5, 2019 | 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM (PDT)

Portland, OR

Unified Solutions May 2019 E-bulletin Now Available!

In this month’s e-bulletin, check out the latest news from the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) to Read more

Join the National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA) in Portland for a June Training Institute

In just over a month, NICWA will gather for three training topics at its June Training Institute: Qualified Expert Witness (QEW), Understanding ICWA, and Positive Indian Read more

Missing, murdered women: Artist tries to make crisis feel real (Juneau Empire Article)

Missing, murdered women: Artist tries to make crisis feel real

National Police Week will be observed May 12–18

Join the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) as it recognizes America’s law enforcement officers who keep our communities safe.

Registration Now Open: Suicide Prevention Training for Indian Country Crime Victim Advocates

Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) has partnered with the Education Development Center (EDC) to create the first ever suicide prevention Read more

Department of Justice Awards More Than $74.5 Million To Reduce Recidivism

On April 25, 2019, The United States Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs awarded more than $74.5 Read more

“Measuring #MeToo”

New report from RALIANCE: “Measuring #MeToo: A National Study on Sexual Read more

Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) Native Language Immersion Grants-BIE Funded Schools Only Solicitation

The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) supports efforts to revitalize and maintain Native languages and expand the use of language immersion programs in its schools. The Read more

The Tribal Information Exchange You’ve Been Asking For!

The Capacity Building Center for Tribes is excited to announce that our updated, dynamic website is live! It’s packed with resources and information relevant to Read more

OVC TTAC Resources for National Correctional Officers and Employees Week

In preparation of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week on May 5–11, learn about resources available through Office for Victims of Crime Training and Read more

New End Violence Against Women International – EVAWI Webinar on Forensic Examinations for Suspects (June 6, 2019)

Presented by Sergeant Joanne Archambault (Ret.)

and Diana Faugno, MSN, RN, CPN, SANE-A, SANE-P, FAAFS, DF-IAFN

Native Student Travel Scholarship Program: Connecting Science to Crime and Justice

Are you an American Indian or Alaska Native student who is enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program AND are you interested in issues related to Read more

BJA FY 2019 Southwest Border Rural Law Enforcement Information Sharing and Interdiction Assistance Grants

BJA FY 2019 Southwest Border Rural Law Enforcement Information Sharing and Interdiction Assistance Grants – The BJA Southwest Border Rural Law Enforcement Violent Crime Reduction Initiative is an innovative new program that seeks Read more

ITVERP Launches Online Application to Streamline Claims Process

The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) released a new online application and claims tracking portal for the International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program (ITVERP). Since 2006, ITVERP has been providing financial support to Read more

Funding Opportunity: OVC FY19 Enhancing Language and Other Access to Services Program

Through the FY19 Enhancing Language and Other Access to Services Program, the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Read more

OVC TTAC Online Expert Q&A: “Law Enforcement Response: Approaching Your Work with a Trauma-Informed Lens” (May 29, 2019)

May 29, 2019 | 2PM EDT

Summary: Victims react to the psychological Read more

New Mass Violence and Terrorism webinar recordings now available: Helping Victims of Mass Violence & Terrorism: The First 24 to 48 Hours – Part 1 and 48 Hours and Beyond – Part 2

This web training series highlights the importance of communities, states, and regions planning a response to incidents of mass violence and terrorism using the Read more

Applications Being Accepted for Local School-Justice Partnerships Certificate Program

The Center for Juvenile Justice Reform, Georgetown University (CJJR) has released a request for applications for a field-based version Read more

OJP Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Funding Opportunity: FY 2019 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program

The Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program (JMHCP) supports cross-system collaboration to improve responses and outcomes for individuals with mental illnesses (MI) or co-occurring mental illness Read more

National Child Abuse Prevention Month (April)

Help the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) commemorate National Child Abuse Prevention Month by spreading awareness about the Read more

OJJDP’s Updated AMBER Alert Best Practices Guide Now Available

The Office of Justice Programs has announced the publication of OJJDP’s updated “AMBER Alert Best Practices” guide. This Read more

OVC Resources for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (April)

April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Help the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) raise awareness about sexual violence by exploring our resources Read more

Upcoming webinar – “Intimate Partner Violence Experienced by Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Individuals: A Look at National Data” (April 30, 2019)

Tuesday, April 30, 2019 | 4 pm to 5 pm ET

Webinar To Discuss Role of Families in Mentoring

On April 18, from 1 to 2:15 p.m. ET, OJJDP and MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership will present “Family Matters: Family Engagement as a Strategy in Read more

You’re Invited to the Awards Ceremony

Each year, the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) recognizes individuals, programs, teams, and organizations that demonstrate outstanding service Read more

New Peer Guide Program Seeks Native Youth

The United National Indian Tribal Youth (UNITY), with support from OJJDP, is seeking Native youth for its new Peer Guide Program. UNITY will recruit 12 Native Read more

Apply for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center’s (OVC TTAC) NVAA: “Financial Management Training”

To serve crime victims more effectively, victim service organizations must use fundamental financial management practices to stay solvent and operate properly. In this training, you will Read more

FREE DOJ Training: SANE Expert Witness Training July 9-11, 2019

The U.S. Department of Justice’s National Indian Country Training Initiative, in partnership with the International Association of Forensic Nurses, is pleased to announce the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners’ Expert Witness Training. The seminar will Read more

2019 White House Proclamation for NCVRW

“Ensuring the safety and security of all Americans is my foremost obligation as President. Criminals must be held accountable for the abuse they inflict on others and for the trauma they cause our communities. Read more

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Begins Today!

Share Resources and Spread Awareness

It’s National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Celebrated this year from Read more

Suicide among American Indians and Alaska Natives, 2003-2014 (report)

The Centers For Disease Control CDC has released a report on suicide among American Indians and Alaska Natives. Read more

Apply for the FY19 Vicarious Trauma Response Initiative: National Scope Training and Technical Assistance Solicitation

Through the FY19 Vicarious Trauma Response Initiative: National Scope Training and Technical Assistance solicitation, Office for Victims of Crime Read more

OVW Funding Opportunity: “FY 2019 National Indian Country Clearinghouse on Sexual Assault (NICCSA) Call for Concept Paper”

This national clearinghouse provides training and technical assistance on issues relating to sexual assault of American Indian and Alaska Native women. The National Indian Country Clearinghouse Read more

2019 NCVRW Theme Video Now Available!

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) will be commemorate April 7–13, observing the 2019 theme—Honoring Our Past. Creating Hope for the Future.

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Urban Unangax̂ (Aleut) Culture Camp (June 17-21, 2019)

The Urban Unangax̂ (Aleut) Culture Camp will be held June 17 – 21 this summer at APIA’s central headquarters in Anchorage. This year marks the 12th year of the camp; a major milestone! Read more

Solicitation of Proposals for Economic Development Feasibility Study Funding from the Native American Business Development Institute

The Office of Indian Energy and Economic Development(IEED), through its Native American Business Development Institute (NABDI), is soliciting proposals from federally recognized American Indian Tribes and Read more

Apply for OVC TTAC’s NVAA: “Implementing the Model Standards: A Primer for Victim Service Program Managers Training”

The Model Standards for Serving Victims and Survivors of Crime training was recently updated to reflect emerging challenges faced by the victim services field. The Model Read more

Unified Solutions April 2019 E-bulletin Now Available!

In this month’s e-bulletin, check out the latest news from OVC to include a special highlight on the 2019 National Crime Victims Right Week (NCVRW), Read more

Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Funding Opportunity: Reducing Child Fatalities and Recurring Child Injuries Caused by Crime Victimization

Through the FY19 Reducing Child Fatalities and Recurring Child Injuries Caused by Crime Victimization solicitation, OVC seeks to support the development of multidisciplinary strategies and responses to address cases involving children who have Read more

Webinar To Discuss the OJJDP FY 2019 Opioid Affected Youth Initiative Solicitation

On April 3, 2019, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. ET, OJJDP will present a webinar on the “OJJDP FY 19 Opioid Affected Youth Initiative.” This webinar Read more

Register for National Criminal Justice Training Center’s Tribal Oriented Policing Strategies 2 Part Webinar Series

Part 1: “Youth Engagement Strategies: Fostering Development of Tomorrow’s Tribal Criminal Justice Leaders”

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OVC TTAC Online Expert Q&A: “The Mental Health Consequences of Sexual Assault” (April 17, 2019)

Register for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center’s (OVC TTAC) Online Expert Q&A: Read more

NOVO Foundation: “The Life Story Grants”

The NoVo Foundation just announced The Life Story Grants funding opportunity, a $10 million, 3-year commitment for programs Read more

Shared Hope International

Shared Hope International is dedicated to bringing an end to sex trafficking through a three-pronged approach – prevent, restore, and bring justice. Click here to check Read more

“Preserving the Right to Parent: Custody Issues for Survivors with Disabilites” Webinar (April 16, 2019)

The Center on Victimization and Safety at the Vera Institute is hosting a free webinar entitled “Preserving the Right to Parent: Custody Issues for Survivors with Disabilities,” which is scheduled for Tuesday, April 16, Read more

Elder Justice Initiative webinar recording now available from OVC: “Resources for State and Local Elder Abuse Prosecutors”

State prosecutors are invaluable to the cause of elder justice, particularly in states with large rural areas, but where can they turn for the support they Read more

(NIJ) Funding Opportunity: “National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI)”

SAKI, administered by BJA, is a competitive grant program that provides funding to support multidisciplinary community response teams to inventory, track, and test previously unsubmitted Read more

Hold the Date! Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) to Host May 1 Tribal Consultation on Potential Future Tribal Set-Aside Funding

The United States Department of Justice‘s Office of Justice Programs, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) looks forward to holding a Read more

New OVC Elder Justice Initiative Webinar Recordings Now Available!

Recordings available: “Resources for Financial Institutions To Prevent and Protect Against Elder Financial Exploitation” and “Barriers and Facilitators to Health, Wellness, and Treatment in Tribal Read more

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