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The VictimConnect Resource Center (VCRC) is an anonymous and confidential hotline and online resource map for all victims of crimes in the United States and its territories. With extensive specialized training, our Victim Assistance Specialists stand ready to help crime victims navigate the physical, emotional, legal, and financial consequences of crime. Visitors will receive:
Connect to the VCRC at victimconnect.org
Below is a list of victim advocates who are available to provide support and referrals in response to your specific needs. They have been trained with the knowledge and skills to provide trauma-informed post-conviction victim services.
Here are sample resources and other service providers across the country that highlight innovative approaches and best practices in post-conviction victim support. While some of these services may be geographically inaccessible for crime victims and survivors, we want to elevate agencies doing impactful work, share effective strategies, and inspire implementation for other service providers.
This spotlight offers an opportunity to learn from successful models in different jurisdictions, as well as gives an idea of where crime victims and survivors can go to find services, support, and information after a conviction.
Office of Victims’ Services, California Attorney General’s Office
Arizona Attorney General’s Office
Oregon Department of Justice
Louisiana Victim Outreach (LAVO)
Case Companion is a collaborative effort to provide crime victims and survivors with information, support, and referrals during the criminal justice process.
OVA seeks to support crime victims and survivors and advocate for victims’ rights through victim services and restorative justice programs.
The Connecticut Alliance to End Sexual Violence connects crime victims and survivors to post-conviction advocates who can provide support and referrals during release based on parole and probation.
Homicide Survivors Inc. addresses the long-term needs of families of murder victims through support, advocacy, and assistance.
I-CAN is a community-based advocacy organization that provides emotional support to crime victims and survivors, as well as information, resources, and referrals, including post-conviction.
LAVO provides confidential, trauma-informed services and support to address the challenges that crime victims and survivors face during the post-conviction process.
The Minnesota DOC offers detailed information and provides effective, supportive, and informative advocacy for crime victims and survivors following a conviction and sentencing.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections has a robust victim service program that uses a trauma-informed approach to provide victim-centered support during post-conviction processes.
PJW provides education and resources to crime victims and survivors and their family members who are interested in participating in California’s parole hearing process.
This well-organized website includes information and resources for crime victims and survivors impacted by crime, working to engage them throughout the criminal justice process.
This webpage provides organized information geared toward amplifying crime victims’ and survivors’ voices and promoting safety.