Office on Violence Against Women

Description

The Rural Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Program seeks to enhance the safety of rural victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking and support projects uniquely designed to address and prevent these crimes in rural areas. This program encourages collaboration among criminal justice agencies, victim services providers, social services agencies, health professionals, and other community organizations to overcome the problems of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in rural communities.

Who can apply

• State governments
• County governments
• City or township governments
• Special district governments
• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
• Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Others

Contact

Sue Pugliese <br/>Grant Program Specialist <br/>(202) 305-1660<br/>ovw.rural@usdoj.gov
ovw.rural@usdoj.gov