The mission of NVAA is to provide an intensive, interactive learning experience to develop and promote professional skills and knowledge for victim service providers. The Effective Management Series offers comprehensive and practical trainings to build organizational capacity. Building Resiliency in Victim Service Organizations is designed for staff within victim-serving organizations who are able to implement...

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEscO6oqjkuGNS8EEwkvRcrW1HvSGq9K3hi After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

The mission of NVAA is to provide an intensive, interactive learning experience to develop and promote professional skills and knowledge for victim service providers. The Leadership Institute is designed for victim service administrators and leaders who wish to enhance their leadership skills and abilities. Participants will learn theoretical concepts and practical skills to lead their...

On December 18 at 2:00 p.m. ET, the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Tamara Fife and Melissa Riley on "Best Practices for Providing Victim Services to American Indians and Alaska Natives." There can be many challenges in providing victim services to American...

National Stalking Awareness Month In preparation for National Stalking Awareness Month this January, OVC TTAC offers several resources: Enroll in VAT Online to take the Stalking module. View the Back to Basics video on Protective Orders. Visit the Webinar Recordings page to view the Cyberharassment and Cyberstalking recording. (Posted December 19, 2024)

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month In preparation for National Human Trafficking Prevention Month this January, OVC TTAC offers several resources: Take the Understanding Human Trafficking online training. Visit the Human Trafficking page to find related webinars, toolkits, and other training and technical assistance resources. Visit the Human Trafficking Task Force e-Guide to find resources to assist in the formation of new...

Over the past decade, the Office for Victims of Crime’s (OVC) Faces of Human Trafficking video series has played a pivotal role in raising awareness, educating the public, and highlighting the tireless efforts of those combating human trafficking. Register for a special panel discussion commemorating the 10th anniversary of this series featuring Suamhirs Guzman, Evelyn Chumbow, and...

Attendees of this event will hear about the pivotal role the video series has had in raising awareness, educating the public, and highlighting the tireless efforts of those combating human trafficking over the past decade. Additionally, panelists will discuss a path forward for similar products in our collective fight against human trafficking.  For more information,...

During this monthly briefing, OVC Director Kristina Rose will update the field about OVC programs and initiatives and share OVC ideas to advance the field to improve options, access, and information for all crime victims and survivors.  For more information, click here.

SAVE THE DATE: Save the date for a special webinar offering a first look at the FY 2023–2024 Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Human Trafficking Performance Measurement Tool Data Dashboard. During this webinar, the OVC Performance Management Team will explore the importance of transparency and the nuanced role that data plays within the anti-trafficking...

During this webinar, the OVC Performance Management Team will explore the importance of transparency and the nuanced role that data plays within the anti-trafficking field. Using the dynamic and interactive features of the dashboard, the presenters will showcase recent grantee data to provide context to OVC’s focused work in supporting all victims of human trafficking.  For...

This webinar is designed for non-tribal law enforcement professionals and will focus on building more effective relations when working with tribal law enforcement and tribal elder protection teams on elder abuse cases. The webinar will also cover how to serve older Native American adults outside tribal communities. Participants will learn best practices for communicating with...