National Crime Victims' Rights Week Each April since 1981, OVC has helped lead communities throughout the country in their observances of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW). Rallies, candlelight vigils, and a host of commemorative activities are held each year to promote victims' rights and to honor crime victims and those who advocate on their behalf. Leading up to the national commemoration, OVC held two prelude events in the Nation's Capital.
View the 2009 NCVRW Award Recipient's Bios and Photos. Good Samaritans: Volunteers Helping Victims—Program Handbook and Training Guide Strengthening Sexual Assault Victims’ Right to Privacy Victim Services in Rural Law Enforcement Ethics in Victim Services Terrorism and International Victim Assistance Services brochure The NCVRW Resource Guide will help you promote community awareness of crime victim issues. OVC offers the guide in both hardcopy and electronic formats. Order a copy of the guide and theme poster, or view it online. The 2009 Resource Guide for National Crime Victims' Rights Week includes
The 2009 Resource Guide theme DVD provides an introduction to crime victims' rights. You can view the 5-minute video in its entirety or preview the 60-second clip (PSA length). PSAs from previous years can also be viewed online. Attorney General's Crime Victims' Service Awards OVC annually recognizes individuals and organizations that demonstrate outstanding service in supporting victims and victim services. The award recipients, who are selected from public nominations in eight categories, are extraordinary individuals and programs that provide services to victims of crime. The honorees are announced just before National Crime Victims’ Rights Week commences. The 2009 award recipients were announced on April 24, 2009. View the award recipients’ photos and biographies, and pictures from the awards ceremony.
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