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. 2008 NCVRW Award Recipient Video Learn more about the 2008 Award Recipients. Nominations for the 2009 National Crime Victims' Service Awards Are Now Closed Nominations for the 2009 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards are now closed. The print and mail-in applications were due October 3, 2008. Submissions using the online nomination form were due October 10, 2008. 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 2008 award recipients were announced on April 11, 2008. View the award recipients’ photos and biographies, and pictures from the awards ceremony. OVC is pleased to announce the National Crime Victims’ Rights Week theme for 2009: 25 Years of Rebuilding Lives: Celebrating the Victims of Crime Act. The colors selected to help celebrate this milestone are cranberry red (Pantone 208) and blue (Pantone 534). Leading up to the national commemoration, OVC will hold two prelude events in the Nation's Capital. Both events are free and open to the public, however, registration is required to attend the National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony. Details regarding registration are forthcoming.
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