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On May 9, 2012, OVC presented a Web Forum discussion on addressing the needs of victims on cruise ships hosted by Jamie Barnett, International Cruise Victims. More News Announcements
Attorney General Eric Holder honors individuals and organizations for service to crime victims during the April 20th National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony . . .More News Announcements
On Tuesday, April 24, 2012, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Attorney General Eric Holder delivered a speech about human trafficking. More News Announcements
OVC releases the 2012 fact sheet on the Crime Victims Fund, a major funding source for victim services throughout the Nation. More News Announcements
The White House released a report on women and the economy with information on efforts to combat
violence against women and girls. More News Announcements
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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:
  • Analyzing the Impact of Sexual Assault Protection Orders
  • Serving Sexual Assault Victims in Rural Communities
  • Making the Most of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
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

2011 OVC Report to the Nation

Now Online! 2011 OVC Report to the Nation

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: 52. 40% Effective. 57% Promising. 3% No effects.
Data retrieved May 4, 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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