OpportunityTitle: OVC FY 12 Training and Technical Assistance to Improve Understanding and Application of Research and Evaluation in Victim Services
Description: In response to concerns voiced by victim service providers, OVC will support a national initiative to assist the field in becoming more educated consumers of, and contributors to, research and evaluation that can lead to more effective and cost-efficient services for victims of crime. To achieve this goal, OVC will award one cooperative agreement of up to $250,000 for the first 12-month project period to develop and implement national-scope training and technical assistance that can be delivered through interactive online access. OVC encourages partnerships between researchers and victim service professionals throughout the project to ensure that the products are relevant, accessible, and understandable. Those applying are strongly advised to begin the application process well in advance of the April 25, 2012, deadline.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: For Programmatic Issues Only
GrantorContactText: For technical assistance with submitting an application, contact the Grants.gov Customer Support Hotline at 1&#150;800&#150;518&#150;4726 (606&#150;545&#150;5035 for applicants that reside outside the U.S.), or via e-mail to support@grants.gov. Note: The Grants.gov Support Hotline hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except federal holidays. For assistance with any other requirements of this solicitation, contact Meg Morrow, Attorney Advisor, at 202&#150;353-0591 or via e-mail at Meg.Morrow@usdoj.gov.