Millions of Americans turn to their faith leaders for information, guidance, and support in times of personal crisis. It is likely that someone in your faith community has been the victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking or dating violence. As a faith leader, you have the power to end the violence -- by speaking out against these crimes, raising awareness, listening and referring victims and their families to the many social services that are available.

Fact Sheet: Faith-Based and Community Organization Resources

Fact Sheet: What Faith Leaders Can Do

Each year, OVW enlists the help of violence against women experts across the country to assist in the peer review portion of the grant application process. Individuals who are qualified and selected to assist in this process read, critique, and score eligible grant applications. The peer review process helps OVW determine which applications adhere to the purpose of the grant programs and which organizations and projects will best serve victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking under the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).

If you are interested in becoming a peer reviewer for OVW grant programs, please call or fax:

Faith-Based Peer Review Contact
U.S. Department of Justice
Office on Violence Against Women
Phone: (202) 307-6026
Fax: (202) 307-3911

Please include first and last name, title, organization, contact information, and a resume in order to be considered.