National Center for Victims of Crime

11/26/2020

The National Center for Victims of Crime wishes everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

We're thankful for all of our partners who work with us to serve victims of crime, and all those who support our work.

11/24/2020

The Tribal Resource Tool is a repository of services for American Indian/Alaskan Native victims and survivors:

✔️of all ages
✔️of all forms of victimization
✔️at all locations (on or off reservations, in areas that are remote, rural, urban, or suburban)
✔️for all needs of victims, including justice, safety, healing, and support

Check it out at tribalresourcetool.org

11/24/2020

U.S. Attorneys Trent Shores and Brian Kuester Launch Pilot Project with Muscogee (Creek) Nation and Cherokee Nation to Address Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Cases

U.S. Attorneys of the Northern District of Oklahoma and the Eastern District of Oklahoma launched a pilot project to implement a Tribal Community Response Plan with Muscogee (Creek) Nation and Cherokee Nation.

The goal for the Tribal Community Response Plan pilot project is to establish a collaborative response from tribal governments, law enforcement agencies, and other partners by implementing culturally appropriate guidelines when investigating emergent cases of missing and murdered American Indians and Alaska Natives.

Each plan will be composed of guidelines addressing at least four different areas in response to MMIP cases: law enforcement, victim services, community outreach and media/public communications. Learn more: https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndok/pr/us-attorneys-trent-shores-and-brian-kuester-launch-pilot-project-muscogee-creek-natio-0

TULSA, Okla. — Today, U.S. Attorneys Trent Shores of the Northern District of Oklahoma and Brian Kuester of the Eastern District of Oklahoma launched a pilot project to implement a Tribal Community Response Plan with Muscogee (Creek) Nation and Cherokee Nation, in accordance with Attorney General ...

11/20/2020

Eligibility – Tribal Resource Tool

📣Help us continue to make positive changes for AI/AN victims and survivors by including your victim service program information on the Tribal Resource Tool!

Become a part of our network of providers here 👇 https://tribalresourcetool.org/eligibility/

All organizations seeking inclusion in the Tribal Resource Tool must provide specific programming to serve American Indian/Alaska Native victims of crime and abuse.

11/19/2020

'Healing to Wellness Court' a therapeutic option for non-violent drug crimes - KCAW

Check out this a quick, highly informative interview about the new Healing to Wellness Court, sponsored by the Sitka Tribe of Alaska for non-violent drug crimes, and involving restorative justice principles and practices:
https://www.kcaw.org/2020/11/13/healing-to-wellness-court-a-therapeutic-option-for-non-violent-drug-crimes/

In the first of a four-part series devoted to Native American Heritage Month, Stephanie Hawney with the Sitka Tribe of Alaska, discusses the STA's therapeutic court called "Healing to Wellness Court."

11/10/2020

We are excited to share that Matt Gutman, reporter for ABC National News, Jessica Barth, actress and director, and Matt Murphy, former Orange County prosecutor, will be joining us as guest speakers to discuss how we can better serve victims and protect their rights in high profile media cases.

Please join us for "Collision Course: When a Criminal Case, Civil Lawsuit, and Intensive Media Coverage Collide" tomorrow, November 11 at 12:30.

You can still register at the standard rate to attend our conference here: https://nti.secure-platform.com/a

11/06/2020

Video Series: The Need to Address the Trauma of Individuals Inside Jails

Check out The Safety and Justice Challenge's latest blog post on how people in jail reflect on past trauma and its role in their lives written by our executive director, Renee Williams: #RethinkJails

https://bit.ly/3lirnne

We hope to shed light on the link between experiencing trauma or victimization and incarceration in our new video series.

11/05/2020

Help for Victims | Toll Free and Online Hotlines

If you are a victim of crime, you have many rights and services available to help. Use this list to find additional information, the list includes the Tribal Resource Tool, a web-based resource mapping tool listing services available for all AI/AN victims: bit.ly/367fU3B

If you are a victim of crime, you have many rights and services available to help you. Use the following contact list to find additional information or to get help. You may also download and print the Help for Crime Victims: Helplines list.

11/04/2020

Self Care

National Stress Awareness Day is the first Wednesday in November

Some tools that help with stress include:
- Develop coping skills
- Identify and let go of the things you cannot change.
- Exercise helps us to let go of built-up anxiety.
- Eating a balanced diet

Learn more about self-care here: https://victimconnect.org/learn/self-care/

Self Care This post is also available in: Español (Spanish)What is self care? The term “self care” refers to actions and attitudes we use to consciously contribute to the maintenance of our overall well-being and personal health. Self care can include physical activities as well as emotional pr...

10/27/2020

Labor Trafficking 101: Learning the Basics - YouTube

If you missed last week's webinar on labor trafficking and want to learn about:
☑️ identifying about labor trafficking
☑️ industries that are vulnerable to labor trafficking
☑️ resources to help organizations sustain or grow their services for victims of labor trafficking

watch it here: https://youtu.be/nEHHCf1Y8vk

A panel of experts share information about potential indicators of labor trafficking, vulnerable industries, and a broad range of resources available to help or...

10/23/2020

This week, we're grateful to be hosting Kerry Watson, MGM National Harbor’s vice president of government affairs and one of our newest board members, at our office (safely)!

We're excited to share our work preparing for the 2020 National Training Institute with him, and we're committed to creating meaningful and inspiring digital experience for all attendees.

Register for NTI here: https://bit.ly/37BiEZm

10/22/2020

Major federal grant helps sustain Native American culture in ND

We're excited to learn that Native INC, a sister organization of the Native American Development Center, will receive just under $300,000 a year over the next three years. These funds will be used to integrate cultural services starting in the Bismarck metropolitan area and throughout North Dakota. There will be services like transportation, finding resources, supplies for cultural programs, and rent for a community center

Loraine Davis, CEO of The Native American Development Center, who says this is a huge win for the Indigenous community. Davis says “We want to be able to recognize the uniqueness of every tribe and bring everybody together and consolidate a lot of our cultural values.”

Learn more: https://www.kxnet.com/good-day-dakota/major-federal-grant-help-sustain-native-american-culture-in-nd/

Sustaining Native American culture is the goal of one Bismarck nonprofit and the group received a major grant in order to do just that. For a group dedicated to helping people and families prosper …

10/22/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Labor Trafficking 101: Learning the Basics. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

#EndHumantTrafficking

Join us for a free webinar discussion today at 3 p.m. ET presented by three national #labortrafficking experts. Learn about indicators, vulnerable industries, resources, and ask questions live

Register: https://bit.ly/37AkZ6O

Join a live webinar discussion titled “Labor Trafficking 101: Learning the Basics.” A panel of experts will share information about potential indicators of labor trafficking, vulnerable industries, and a broad range of resources available to help organizations and tribes start, sustain, or grow ...

10/21/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Labor Trafficking 101: Learning the Basics. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Can you identify victims of labor trafficking? Which industries are most vulnerable? And what resources are available to support an organization’s efforts to support trafficking victims? Register for a free webinar discussion titled “Labor Trafficking 101: Learning the Basics” and connect with a panel of national experts to answer these and other questions. Tomorrow, October 22 at 3pm EST. https://victimsofcrime.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_b-PmnvLbRleUPN3qTbTLtg

Join a live webinar discussion titled “Labor Trafficking 101: Learning the Basics.” A panel of experts will share information about potential indicators of labor trafficking, vulnerable industries, and a broad range of resources available to help organizations and tribes start, sustain, or grow ...

10/21/2020

We are excited to announce the 2020 NTI day two plenary on criminal justice reform!

Join us and cut50 for a candid conversation on criminal justice reform, restorative justice, and how experiences of trauma and incarceration intertwine.

Register now: bit.ly/2N0pIo7

10/15/2020

In 1984, October was designated as #CrimePreventionMonth through a presidential proclamation.

Read VictimConnect's guide to safety planning to ensure you take the proper measures to protect yourself from crime: https://victimconnect.org/get-help/physical-safety/

10/08/2020

We’re working hard on bringing 2020 NTI attendees a digital experience that offers a diverse array of workshop sessions on cutting edge topics!

Read about some of our just announced workshop sessions and register: https://bit.ly/3d97zQ0

10/07/2020

Domestic violence is a family, community, and public health issue. We encourage everyone to use #DomesticeViolenceAwarenessMonth as an opportunity to learn and educate others about the impact of domestic violence.

Learn more about how to identify and prevent domestic violence here: https://victimconnect.org/learn/types-of-crime/domestic-violence/

09/22/2020

Victim Services During the Pandemic: Experiences of Grief and Loss

Victim Services During the Pandemic: Experiences of Grief and Loss

09/15/2020

Tribal Resource Tool

Want to learn more about tribalresourcetool.org?

Join our webinar tomorrow and Thursday at 3:30 p.m. EST to learn about the historical context, the tool development, and the challenges and successes of populating the tool.

Register here: https://bit.ly/2FAmOoX

In honor of the 2020 National Crime Victims Rights Week, OVC recognized the importance of the Tribal Resource Tool and the access to services for Native American/Alaskan Native crime victims and survivors of crime. Please feel free to download the poster for promotion of your CVRW activities.. Downl...

08/27/2020

Careers – The National Center for Victims of Crime

We're hiring!

We're currently seeking applicants for full-time and part-time positions as victim assistance specialists. Our victim assistance specialists to support and empower crime victims through direct interaction and attend outreach events in DC to raise awareness about our helplines.

Learn more about these rewarding positions and apply here: https://victimsofcrime.org/careers/

The National Center offers a challenging and rewarding professional career opportunity. We also set aside some time to have fun, such as during our annual summer retreat and annual winter holiday gathering.

08/26/2020

📣📣 HAPPENING NOW: 2020 NTI REGISTRATION FLASH SALE

The 2020 National Training Institute, our annual conference, will be held virtually this year! The health and safety of our attendees, presenters, and staff are our priority, and it is for this reason that we made the difficult decision to cancel the in-person conference.

All sessions will be offered virtually. We are excited to present an all virtual event this year, which will give attendees the opportunity to view more sessions than ever before!

Our registration flash sale ends tonight at midnight. Register before 11:59 p.m. to save 💲25 on your registration: https://nti.secure-platform.com/a/page/Registration/Register

08/25/2020

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08/25/2020

The 2020 NATIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTE WILL BE COMPLETELY VIRTUAL!

The 2020 National Training Institute, our annual multidisciplinary conference will be completely virtual this year! The health and safety of our attendees, presenters, and staff are our priority, and it is for this reason that we made the difficult decision to cancel the in-person conference.

All sessions will be offered virtually. We are excited to present an all virtual event this year, which will give attendees the opportunity to view more sessions than ever before! To learn more, visit our FAQ page: https://bit.ly/3j6IDdM

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The health and safety of our attendees, presenters, and staff are our priority, and it is for this reason that we made the difficult decision to cancel the i...

08/19/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Webinar: Multidisciplinary Responses to Complex Homicide Cases. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Tomorrow at 1 p.m. EST, our training and technical assistance providers will discuss our TTA portal and how it helps providers build and improve their multidisciplinary response capabilities.

Register here:https://bit.ly/2EDSp8o

Over the past few years, the National Center has been working as a training and technical assistance provider for the Multidisciplinary Responses to Families and Communities in Complex Homicide Cases (Complex Homicide) project. This webinar will walk you through the resources available on the Nation...

08/17/2020

Today is National Nonprofit Day! Thank you to the people working in nonprofits for their hard work!

08/13/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Webinar: Multidisciplinary Responses to Complex Homicide Cases. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Want to learn more about our TTA portal and its resources for service providers who respond to homicide cases? Our resources help providers build and improve their multidisciplinary response capabilities.

Join our webinar August 20 at 1 p.m. to learn more: https://bit.ly/2EDSp8o

Over the past few years, the National Center has been working as a training and technical assistance provider for the Multidisciplinary Responses to Families and Communities in Complex Homicide Cases (Complex Homicide) project. This webinar will walk you through the resources available on the Nation...

08/11/2020

Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

Want to learn about practical strategies for local law enforcement and prosecutors to consider in responding to victim, witness, and community intimidation and retaliation in their local jurisdictions?

Join our webinar on August 17 at 1 p.m.

Register here: https://bit.ly/30iigep

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08/04/2020

Virtual attendees of the 2020 National Training Institute will receive exclusive access to over 70 multidisciplinary workshops on innovative work in victim services, justice, and public safety. They’ll also be able to participate in livestream events and hear from plenary speakers -- all from the safety and comfort of home.

Register now: http://bit.ly/2N0pIo7

08/03/2020

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Our monthly Victim Services TTA Digest chronicles the latest victim services news, resources, and events.

Read this month’s issue here: https://bit.ly/2PffkZA

07/31/2020

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The third episode of our video series on childhood trauma and the justice system is now available on http://victimcenteredreform.org!

Each segment focuses on the nature of trauma, victimization, shame, and the lasting effects of these factors.

Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQNqoN3_nTg&feature=youtu.be

07/31/2020

The National Center presents our first virtual NTI conference

This year, the National Center's National Training Institute is going to look a little different - we have added a virtual component to the 2020 conference! Join Renee Williams, the National Center's executive director, as she explains how this year's NTI will work.

Register for NTI here: http://bit.ly/2N0pIo7

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npndmpmByvw

This year, the National Center's National Training Institute is going to look a little different. While we are still hopeful to see you in Atlanta this Novem...

07/24/2020

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Protecting Your Business from Identity Theft and Cybercrime. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Small businesses are at the highest risk for identity theft and cybercrime, especially during COVID-19.

Join our webinar next Wednesday on protecting businesses from ID theft: https://bit.ly/2D85HZR

Small businesses are at the highest risk for identity theft and cyber-crime and are particularly vulnerable during COVID-19. Perpetrators of business identity theft can harm a small business's cash flow, affect relationships with creditors and suppliers, and damage a business's reputation. This webi...