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The National Center for Victims of Crime is dedicated to serving individuals, families, and communities harmed by crime.
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World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
Led by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), this day raises awareness about human trafficking and supports efforts to protect victims. It emphasizes the importance of survivor-centered […]
Sunny Von Bülow Advocate Academy
NCVC’s Advocate Academy is designed specifically for individuals who have been victims of crime and seek to become advocates for themselves and others. Recognizing the significant barriers that victims face when […]
2026 National Training Institute
NCVC's 2026 National Training Institute will be held from September 9-September 11 in Chicago. NTI emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to sharing promising practices, current research, and effective programs and policies that […]
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Yvonne Ambrose and Elizabeth Carlock Phillips both turned devastating loss into lasting change. Ambrose leads the Desiree Foundation, named for her daughter. Phillips leads @treys_law, named for her brother. Both organizations support survivors and push for stronger protections.
At NCVC’s National Training Institute, they’ll join “Purpose through Pain: Championing Victims’ Rights and Safety through Legislation,” a keynote panel on what it takes to move survivor-centered legislation forward, moderated by Chicago attorney Antonio Romanucci.
Join us in Chicago, September 9-September 11.
Learn more: victimsofcrime.org/NTI or the link in our bio.
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Do you know what statutes of limitations are?
Often, survivors may wait before coming forward -- especially in cases of sexual abuse. Unfortunately, statutes of limitations may be in place that prevent survivors from filing lawsuits against abusers. It`s complicated and varies from state to state.
National Crime Victim Bar Association attorney Tyler Bailey is here to explain what these laws are and why they`re so important for victims and survivors of crime who are considering taking legal action against those who caused them harm.
Joseph Cleveland survived abuse by a church leader – this is from his victim impact statement.
When Joseph came forward about his abuse, it helped lead to criminal charges against a college minister who has since been sentenced to 30 years in prison.
On NCVC’s I Want You to Know podcast, Joseph speaks candidly about the realities many survivors face after coming forward, including self-doubt, shame, broken trust, and the painful responses from institutions that were supposed to protect children.
I Want You to Know is available wherever you like to get podcasts. You can also follow along at the link in our bio or victimsofcrime.org.
We thank Joseph for sharing his story with us. If you’re a victim who is comfortable being interviewed for the podcast, let us know at media (at) victims of crime dot org.
As you celebrate over the holiday weekend, we want you to know that we`re here.
NCVC`s VictimConnect Resource Center provides free, confidential support to victims of any type of crime anywhere in the U.S. Experienced, trauma-informed specialists are ready to help – 24/7.
Get help at victimconnect.org or 855-4VICTIM( 855-484-2846).
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