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OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Research and Evaluation Initiative Solicitation is now available
New! The OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Research and Evaluation Initiative Solicitation is now available. Apply by: March 25, 2020 OVW’s Research and Evaluation Initiative is designed to support researcher-practitioner partnerships and a broad range of research and evaluation methods, including qualitative, mixed-method, and quasi-experimental, and experimental designs. Eligible applicants are limited to: States, units of local government, […]
NY law calls for domestic violence training for beauty professionals
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A new state law will have beauty industry professionals on the front lines of domestic violence and sexual assault prevention. Lawmakers said beauty professionals are in a unique position to identify and support survivors. They will now get specialized training to help victims in dangerous situations by providing them with the […]
Peer to Peer Opportunity – April 2020
Good afternoon to each of you. I hope that your new year has started off well. We are considering conducting a Peer-to-Peer (P2P) meeting that is solely focused on Implementation Plans. This P2P is designed for STOP Administrators and staff only. Some of you have expressed interest because you are a new administrator and others of […]
OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Training and Technical Assistance Initiative Solicitation is now available
New! The OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Training and Technical Assistance Initiative Solicitation is now available. Apply by: February 26, 2020 OVW’s TA Initiative is designed to strengthen and build the capacity of civil and criminal justice system professionals and victim service providers across the nation to respond effectively to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking […]
OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Grants to Reduce Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking on Campus Program Solicitation is now available
New! The OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Grants to Reduce Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking on Campus Program Solicitation is now available. Apply by: February 12, 2020 The Campus Program supports institutions of higher education to develop and strengthen effective security and investigation strategies to combat domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking on […]
OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program
The OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program Solicitation is now available. Apply by: February 12, 2020 The Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program (TSASP) supports projects to create, maintain, and expand sustainable sexual assault services provided by Tribes, tribal organizations, and nonprofit tribal organizations within Indian country and Alaska Native villages. Eligible applicants are limited to: […]
OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Transitional House Assistance Grants
The OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Transitional Housing Assistance Grants for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Solicitation is now available. Apply by: February 6, 2020 The Transitional Housing Program supports programs that provide 6-24 months of transitional housing with support services for victims who are homeless or in need of transitional housing […]
OVW Fiscal Year 202 Enhanced Training and Services to End Abuse in area Life Program Solicitation
The OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Enhanced Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life Program Solicitation is now available. Apply by: February 6, 2020 The Abuse in Later Life Program supports a comprehensive approach to addressing abuse in later life, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, neglect, and exploitation committed against victims who are […]
VAWA Reauthorization
I was hopeful that I might be able to give you a substantive update about the VAWA Reauthorization this week. I have had after several conversations this week and last week with staff at both Senator Feinstein’s office and Senator Grassley’s office, and it seems unlikely that a VAWA Reauthorization bill will be passed before […]
Grants to Enhance Culturally Specific Services for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Program
OVW Fiscal Year 2020 Grants to Enhance Culturally Specific Services for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Program Solicitation is now available. Apply by: February 12, 2020