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.
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Leading up to the national commemoration, OVC held two prelude events in the Nation's Capital.
![Photo shows first few rows of people holding lit candles and participating in the Candlelight Ceremony held, for NCVRW 2009, indoors at the U.S. Chambers of Commerce.](images/ncvrw_event_02_thb.jpg)
Participants attend the Candlelight Ceremony held for NCVRW 2009
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- National Observance and Candlelight Ceremony
Thursday, April 23, 2009
U.S. Chamber of Commerce (Directions)
1615 H Street NW., Washington, D.C.
Time: 6:30–7:30 p.m. eastern time
Featured Speaker: Quincy Arriana Lucas, founder of Witney’s Lights, Inc., a nonprofit organization focused on raising awareness of domestic violence and crime victim’s issues, and covictim and homicide survivor of her beloved sister, Dr. Witney Rose.
![U.S. Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr., speaks at the 2009 Candlelight Ceremony.](images/ncvrw_event_01_thb.jpg)
U.S. Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr., speaks at the 2009 Candlelight Ceremony
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- National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Awards Ceremony
Friday, April 24, 2009
Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium (Directions)
1301 Constitution Avenue NW.,
Washington, D.C.
Time: 1:30–3:00 p.m. eastern time
View the 2009 NCVRW Award Recipient's Bios and Photos.
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Good Samaritans: Volunteers Helping Victims—Program Handbook and Training Guide
Explains how to train volunteers to provide emergency services to victims including home repair, compassionate support, and referrals to other services. ![e-only icon](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090507000133im_/http://ovc.gov///images/e_only_bttn.gif)
Strengthening Sexual Assault Victims’ Right to Privacy
Addresses challenges, discusses core concepts, and offers practical tips to maintain victim confidentiality to better serve victims. ![e-only icon](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090507000133im_/http://ovc.gov///images/e_only_bttn.gif)
Victim Services in Rural Law Enforcement
Reviews difficulties faced by rural victims, describes how law enforcement officers are often the victims’ only contact with the justice system, and offers a blueprint for enhancing assistance in rural jurisdictions.
Ethics in Victim Services
Provides information about responses to victims, ethics and standards in victim services, and ethical decisionmaking. (Curriculum) ![e-only icon](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090507000133im_/http://ovc.gov///images/e_only_bttn.gif)
Terrorism and International Victim Assistance Services brochure
Details specific programs that support victims of domestic and international terrorism and mass violence, as well as victims of global crimes such as child abduction and tourist-targeted victimization. To request a copy, visit the NCJRS Web site.
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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
- Victimization statistics.
- Special event ideas.
- Camera-ready art files.
- A 5-minute motivational DVD.
- Customizable posters, including the NCVRW theme poster.
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.
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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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National Crime Victims'
Rights Week Archives
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