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Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program Fact Sheet

Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program

OVW Tribal Affairs Division

OVW's Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program (TSASP) supports direct services for adult, youth, and child victims of sexual assault, as well as their family and household members and those collaterally affected by the victimization, except for the perpetrator. TSASP funds must be used to support the establishment, maintenance, and expansion of programs and projects within Indian country and Alaska Native villages that provide direct intervention and related assistance to victims of sexual assault. 

Under TSASP, direct intervention and related assistance may include:

  • Sexual assault forensic exams
  • Multidisciplinary teams focused on improving the response to sexual assault crimes
  • Accompaniment and advocacy through medical, criminal justice, and social support systems
  • Crisis intervention
  • Information and referrals to assist victims and family or household members
  • 24-hour hotline services providing crisis intervention and referrals
  • Community-based, culturally specific services and support mechanisms
  • Direct payments to assist victims and their family and household members

Direct payments can support costs directly related to the sexual assault. Examples include, but are not limited to:

  • replacement bedding, clothing, or other household items;
  • securing new or temporary housing;
  • travel expenses;
  • childcare expenses;
  • food;
  • utility assistance; and
  • security measures.

Eligible Applicants

Eligibility to apply for TSASP is limited to Tribes, Tribal consortia, Tribal organizations, and Tribal nonprofit organizations with programs and activities within Indian country and Alaska Native villages.

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Updated September 14, 2026