Office of Victims of Crime

This training is a series of five interactive online modules that offer foundational learning on trauma-informed and victim-centered approaches to human trafficking. The modules are designed for first responders, government employees, staff at community and faith-based organizations, students, researchers, academics, and other members of the public. Training topics include:  Implementing trauma-informed ...

This report (PDF, 46 pages) describes findings from Child Safety Forward (CSF), a three-year initiative to develop multidisciplinary strategies and responses to address serious or near-death injuries and fatalities resulting from child abuse or neglect. This report provides a project overview, a description of the methodology, and a discussion of ...

This module discusses statistics on the prevalence of sexual assault on school and university campuses and identifies the resources available to victims. Learn more. 

This webinar series examines current and emerging trends and needs in the victim services field. Each video provides an overview of best practices for working with adult and young adult survivors across a variety of topics, including:  Capacity Building  Culturally Responsive Victim Services  Sustainability  Trauma-Informed and Victim-Centered Approaches  Victims' Rights: The Cornerstone of Victim Services  Learn ...

This webpage contains artwork, posters, and sample public service announcements (PSAs) about the 2023 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, which takes place April 23–29. The theme of the 2023 NCVRW is “Survivor Voices: Elevate. Engage. Effect Change.” This year's theme calls upon communities to amplify the voices of survivors and ...

This toolkit provides tools and resources for developing a comprehensive victim assistance plan to help communities prepare for and respond to the needs of victims of mass violence and terrorism in the most timely, effective, and compassionate manner possible.   The toolkit’s Partnerships & Planning section reviews how to create and maintain ...

September 25 is National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims. The observance pays tribute to murder victims and their surviving family members. Crime victims and survivors will gather at events across the country to commemorate this Day of Remembrance by focusing on the impact murder has on families and communities, ...

To commemorate World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, new translations of the Child Victims and Witnesses Support Materials are now available for use with young survivors of human trafficking. In addition to the existing English version, these materials are now available in the following five languages:  African French  Brazilian ...

OVC has announced the 2022 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards recipients. 14 individuals and organizations were honored this year for their extraordinary work in supporting victims of crime. The National Crime Victims’ Service Awards recipients were selected from nominations in a variety of categories for their vision, action, and leadership ...

This set of graphic novels is now available to help young trafficking survivors, ages 2–18, navigate the justice system as a victim or witness. These resources help youth understand the justice system, their rights, and roles of different practitioners. Practitioner and Caregiver Guides and excerpts of support from individuals with ...