Celebrating 36 years of youth changing the world, Global Youth Service Day (April 26-28, 2024) is the longest-running annual youth participation event in the world and the only one that asks all youth ages 5-25 to work together for the common good while also recognizing the impact youth make on their communities every day of… Read More »Global Youth Service Days
Each year on March 31, the world observes Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) to raise awareness about transgender people. It is a day to celebrate the lives and contributions of trans people, while also drawing attention to the poverty, discrimination, and violence the community faces. International TDOV was created in 2010 by trans advocate Rachel… Read More »Transgender Day of Visibility
April is National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM) and celebrates the heritage, culture, and contributions of Arab Americans. This month, the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs will highlight Arab Americans in our bureau advancing U.S. foreign policy and national security efforts in the United States and across Europe. This effort is a part of… Read More »National Arab American Heritage Month
National Child Abuse Prevention Month recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Prevention services and supports developed by this collaboration can help parents, other caregivers, and communities protect children and strengthen families. Click here for more.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month is a time to draw attention to the prevalence of sexual assault and educate individuals and communities about how to prevent it. Learn more
Crime victims face many obstacles in accessing justice and rebuilding their lives. The civil justice system offers victims another opportunity to obtain justice. However, this opportunity is often missed because victims and service providers are unprepared to direct victims toward civil action. The National Crime Victim Bar Association is hosting a free webinar about the… Read More »Webinar: Civil Justice for Crime Victims in Arkansas and Oklahoma
The 2024 National Crime Victims' Rights Week will be commemorated April 21-27. This year's theme is "How would you help? Options, services, and hope for crime survivors". Learn more and access the official 2024 NCVRW Resource Guide here. (Note: Resource Guide components will be added continuously throughout February and March.)
Join youth and teens from across America to take a stand against violence. National Youth Violence Prevention Week is April 22-26, 2024. Everyone can play a role in preventing youth violence. Our community wheel provides ideas for youth, teens, parents, educators, local officials, business leaders, faith-based groups, and so many more. You’ll find resources on… Read More »National Youth Violence Prevention Week
This is the first installment of the FREE Countdown to NTI webinar series leading to the 2024 National Training Institute, presented by the National Center for Victims of Crime. Victims of sexual assault may not feel ready to report soon after the event. New York recognized that the 30-day rule for storing evidence was inadequate… Read More »Webinar: Developing Long-Term Storage for Sexual Assault Kits
Join the Office for Victims of Crime for the 2024 NCVRW Candlelight Vigil to pay tribute to victims of crime and the many dedicated professionals and volunteers who advocate on their behalf.