Center for Crime Victim Services

06/08/2026

We're Hiring! Learn more about our Grants Manager position here!

The Center for Crime Victim Services is seeking a Grants Manager for a full-time position in Waterbury, Vermont. The Center for Crime Victim Services provides leadership to ensure that justice

06/04/2026

Did you know that pets may quality for Crime Victims' Compensation? To learn more, visit the CCVS website at: https://www.ccvs.vermont.gov/victims-compensation/policies

06/01/2026

June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month. This month provides an opportunity for individuals and organizations to raise public awareness about gun violence and is a call to action on educating communities on how to prevent it.

On June 5th, wear orange to recognize victims of gun violence as well as their loved ones. 🧡

05/28/2026

At VCCVS, when someone has experienced a sexual assault and has sought medical attention, the Sexual Assault Program is able to assist with medical and mental health expenses. In FY2025, the program paid $76,837.62 toward forensic nursing care and mental health counseling.

Pagan Kennedy offers a fascinating history about the woman who is responsible for the creation of the "r**e kit", Marty Goddard. The book will keep readers interested and entertained, while also shedding light on a forgotten journey of advocacy to put a system in place that ensures victims of sexual assault have the right to fille evidence. Learn more about the book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/677425/the-secret-history-of-the-r**e-kit-by-pagan-kennedy/

Stay tuned for more book recommendations!

05/20/2026

CCVS is hiring for a Grants Manager and a Collections Case Manager - join our team! To learn more about each opportunity and to apply, visit our website at https://www.ccvs.vermont.gov/about-us/job-opportunities

05/11/2026

We moved, and we’re so excited to show you around! 🎈🚪

Join the Burlington Community Justice Center this spring for our first Open House in the Post Apartments building.

When: Thursday, May 21 from 3-6 PM (opening remarks begin at 4:30)

Where: Post Apartments, 176 S Winooski Ave, Suite 101

Grab a bite to eat, explore our new space, hear stories from participants, volunteers, and staff, and add your mark to a collaborative art piece.

RSVP using the link in our bio ✨

05/05/2026

CONGATULATIONS to the 2026 Vermont Crime Victim Service Award Recipients! These amazing individuals were recognized during the National Crime Victims' Rights Week Awards Ceremony on Friday, April 24th in Montpelier, VT.

To learn more about NCVRW in Vermont and this year's recipients, visit: https://www.ccvs.vermont.gov/training-and-outreach/national-crime-victims-rights-week/ncvrw-2026/2026-vermont-crime-victim

05/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's National Crime Victims' Rights Week Workshop here in Vermont! We were so fortunate to not only be joined by victims' rights expert Russell Butler, but also to have a panel full of Vermont professionals. The expert panel included Laura Bierley, attorney at the Victims' Rights Project at Vermont Legal Aid, Shea Kennedy, Victim Advocate at the Rutland County State's Attorney's Office, Domenica Padula, Chief of the Criminal Division at the Office of the Attorney General, and Jennifer Poehlmann, Executive Director at the Center for Crime Victim Services.

To learn more about this year's event, visit: https://www.ccvs.vermont.gov/training-and-outreach/national-crime-victims-rights-week/ncvrw-2026

04/13/2026

This is the LAST WEEK to register for the National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW) Listening Session in Brattleboro, and the NCVRW Workshop in Montpelier! See event details and registration links below.

NCVRW Listening Session on Monday, April 20th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM in Brattleboro, VT. Registration and more details here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QFV3DVK

NCVRW Workshop, Lunch/Raffle and Awards Ceremony on Friday, April 24th in Montpelier, VT. Registration and more details here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JFKLX89

04/09/2026

Announcing the 2026 Vermont Crime Victim Service Award Recipients!

Each April in honor of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week an Awards Ceremony hosted by the Vermont Center for Crime Victim Services recognizes individuals who have made a noticeable difference for victims/survivors of crime and/or the victim services field. We are so thrilled to announce this year's recipients!

Survivor/Activist Award:
Pam Martin Harris

Outstanding Advocacy Award (Community-Based):
Liane Duda, Steps to End Domestic Violence

Outstanding Advocacy Award (Systems-Based):
Shea Kennedy, Rutland County State's Attorney's Office

Ally Award:
Megan Champine, Vermont Department of Corrections

Justice for All Award:
Detective Sergeant Rebecca Morris, Dover Police Department

Career Achievement Award:
Kelly Woodward, Northwest Unit for Special Investigations

The 2026 NCVRW Awards Ceremony is open to the public and will be held on Friday, April 24th, 2026 in Montpelier, VT. See the full schedule and location details here: https://www.ccvs.vermont.gov/training-and-outreach/national-crime-victims-rights-week/ncvrw-2026