OVC encourages organizations to use the introductory theme video throughout the year at public awareness, education, and training events in local communities to promote and advance the cause of justice for victims of crime. #NCVRW2020 @OJPOVC
For the first time ever, our field has a U.S. Congressional House of Representatives resolution that honors National Crime Victims’ Rights Week! Thank you to Congressman Jim Costa, Co-founder and Chair of the Congressional Crime Survivors and Justice Caucus (formerly “Victims’ Rights Caucus”) for this resolution recognizing #2020NCVRW. “In support Read more…
The Office of Justice Programs has posted a new blog discussing Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs) in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Children’s Advocacy Centers coordinate the investigation, treatment, and prosecution of child abuse cases nationwide. The blog discusses OJJDP’s funding of training and technical assistance through four regional Read more…
OJJDP is sponsoring a webinar on Tuesday, April 28, from 2 pm to 3 pm EST. The webinar will provide a general overview of the OJJDP FY 2020 Preventing Trafficking of Girls solicitation. It will highlight key eligibility and solicitation requirements. It will also identify tools and resources for applicants Read more…
NCAI Action Alert:In a press release yesterday, 4/13/2020, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the launch of a web portal to allow eligible state, local, and tribal governments to receive Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) payments to help offset the costs of their response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. According Read more…
On April 1, the Office of Justice Programs announced Jessica Hart as the new director for the Office for Victims of Crime. As the Director, Ms. Hart will oversee programs and services that help victims in the aftermath of crime and as they rebuild their lives. Ms. Hart has over Read more…
Apply by May 26, 2020 OVC is seeking applicants for the FY 2020 Developing Future Victim Specialists to Serve American Indian/Alaska Native Victims of Crime solicitation. This program will develop a workforce of direct victim service providers to American Indian and Alaska Native victims in hard-to-staff positions and locations.By identifying Read more…
TFMC is available to provide virtual financial management training and technical assistance (TTA) support to OVC grantees and applicants. Virtual TTA offers a valuable learning opportunity for you (the grantee/applicant) to receive individualized support at your convenience. Virtual TTA is tailored to specifically assist you with any concerns and/or questions Read more…
OVC is seeking applicants for the FY 2020 Enhancing Community Responses to America’s Addiction Crisis: Serving Our Youngest Crime Victims solicitation. Applicants may apply under only one of the following purpose areas— • Purpose Area 1: direct services to children and youth who are crime victims as a result of Read more…
OVC is seeking applicants for the FY 2020 Enhancing Services for Older Victims of Abuse and Financial Exploitation solicitation. The goal of this program is to improve outcomes, minimize additional trauma, and restore safety and security to older adult victims of abuse and financial exploitation. Deadline: May 5, 2020 Posted: Read more…