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Women's History Month: Reflections on Individuals Who Influence Us and DOJ Accomplishments

March 6, 2019
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
I recently had the honor of speaking to the FBI as part of their National Women’s History Month Program about the people in my life who have given me the courage to pursue leadership opportunities, as well as on the accomplishments of the FBI, U.S. Attorneys, and Project Safe Neighborhoods. Since 2016, federal prosecutors have significantly increased prosecutions of domestic violence offenders prohibited from possessing a gun, increasing convictions by 160% nationwide.
Updated March 6, 2019

Teen Dating Violence and Stalking – Raising Awareness to Stop the Cycle of Abuse

February 13, 2019
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
All young people deserve to be safe and to learn how to build relationships free from violence. February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month (TDVAM), and the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) is honoring TDVAM and emphasizing the seriousness and prevalence of this crime among adolescents.
Updated February 13, 2019

Join OVW in Demanding Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation

February 6, 2019
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
February 6th is the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Female Genital Mutilation is a horrific crime of violence against women and girls and can cause extreme and long-term physical and psychological effects. There must be Zero Tolerance for this crime!
Updated February 26, 2019

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

September 28, 2018
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Domestic violence is a serious violent crime that includes both physical and emotional abuse. Many victims suffer in silence, afraid to seek help or not knowing where to turn. Join OVW and federal partners in honoring and raising awareness for DVAM and as we work to stop this horrific crime.
Updated October 4, 2018

Protecting Our Students: National Campus Safety Awareness Month

September 21, 2018
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
Back to school season is in full swing this September and so is National Campus Safety Awareness Month. Gender-based violence remains a public health and safety concern on college campuses. . A National Institute of Justice review of research concluded that “although prevalence rates vary, they all indicate that a substantial number of college students are sexually assaulted." The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) remains committed to enhancing prevention and victim support efforts as campuses work to create a healthy and safe environment for all students.
Updated September 21, 2018

OVW Tribal Consultation and the Power of “Voice”

August 16, 2018
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
Sexual, dating, and domestic violence, as well as stalking and sex trafficking are prevalent issues in American Indian and Alaska Native communities (AI/AN). The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) provides a framework and funding for the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) to respond to violence against AI/AN women to help protect and promote justice in tribal communities and strengthen victim services, including annual government-to-government consultation with tribal nations.
Updated August 16, 2018

Sharing Stories of Survival from Hurricane Harvey

July 19, 2018
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
What an incredible journey I had last week. Allison Randall, OVW Chief of Staff, and I set out Tuesday morning on our tour of victim service programs, law enforcement offices, and courts in Southeast Texas that were affected by Hurricane Harvey last year. They are committed to victims and survivors, and committed to ensuring Texas has competent services for all.
Updated August 1, 2018

Economic Empowerment: Honoring Rosie the Riveter on Independence Day

July 6, 2018
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
Happy Independence Day! I hope you all had a terrific day. This past July 4th I was contemplating America’s history and the role of women in our history, as well as the history of VAWA. It is vital to see where we have been and where we are going.
Updated July 6, 2018

OVW Principal Deputy Director Katie Sullivan Participates in Outreach Efforts for Operation Limelight

June 18, 2018
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
On June 15th, the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) participated with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to support Operation Limelight USA at Dulles International Airport. The program is meant to raise awareness of the federal law banning the practice of Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) and to coordinate prevention efforts though training, outreach, education and enforcement.
Updated August 1, 2018

OVW Commemorates World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

June 8, 2018
Courtesy of Acting Director, Katharine Sullivan, Office on Violence Against Women
Communities across the world are gearing up to commemorate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15. The Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) urges you to join us in commemorating by bringing awareness to this issue in your own unique way. On this day, we have the opportunity to increase awareness about abuse in later life, learn what to do if we suspect abuse or neglect, and stand united against elder abuse.
Updated June 8, 2018

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