Office on Violence Against Women (OVW)

The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) provides federal leadership in developing the national capacity to reduce violence against women and administer justice for and strengthen services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

OVW does not provide services directly to the public. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. Find local resources on our map or call one of the national hotlines.

Latest Blog Posts

Courts, Police and Advocates Use Technology During Pandemic to Help Prevent Domestic Violence

April 21, 2020

Courtesy of Laura L. Rogers, Acting Director, Office on Violence Against Women

Many victims of domestic abuse are currently left no option than to shelter in place and to stay in their home with their abuser to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. As a result, many communities are implementing creative solutions, often working remotely and incorporating the use of technology, to protect victims and prevent violence.

Updated April 21, 2020

Pandemic Punctuates 19th Annual National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

April 20, 2020

Courtesy of Laura L. Rogers, Acting Director, Office on Violence Against Women

The spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the United States is having a dire effect on all Americans, but victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking are uniquely burdened by this crisis.

Updated April 20, 2020

Increased Risk of Domestic Violence Requires Proper Gun Safety

April 14, 2020

Courtesy of Laura L. Rogers, Acting Director, Office on Violence Against Women

As citizens across the nation follow public health instructions to shelter in their homes to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus Disease, victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse are facing increased risk to their own personal safety.

Updated April 14, 2020