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Contact OVW

Victims and survivors can find resources by clicking here.
OVW does not provide direct services

Mailing address:
Office on Violence Against Women
U.S. Department of Justice 
145 N Street, NE, Suite 10W.121 
Washington, DC 20530 

Email: OVW.Info@usdoj.gov 
Phone: 202-307-6026 
Fax: 202-305-2589 
TTY: 202-307-2277 

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Request a Speaker

If you want to invite an OVW leader to speak at an in-person, virtual, or hybrid event, you can submit a written request at least four weeks in advance. Please include the following information:

  • When and where is the event?
  • Is the event open to the public?
  • What is the theme or purpose?
  • Who is the audience?
  • What is the proposed topic?
  • Who can we contact for more information?

You can send your inquiry to OVW.SpeakerRequests@usdoj.gov.

Media Inquiries  

Reporters should direct all inquiries to the Department of Justice Office of Public Affairs. 

Become a Peer Reviewer 

Sign up to become a peer reviewer for OVW grant applications. Peer reviewers have professional expertise addressing and preventing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and/or stalking, including but not limited to law enforcement officers, victim advocates, prosecutors, and nurses. Visit OVW's Peer Review webpage for more information, including requirements, compensation, and how to apply. 

Updated July 31, 2026