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National Crime Victim Law Institute: Protecting, Enforcing and Advancing Victims' Rights. RTs ≠ endorsements
At NCVLI, we’re honored to support advocates like Sabrina from @ncvan who are working every day to advance victims’ rights. Read more in our 2024 Impact Report: From Foundation to Future, Building Blocks of Justice 🔗 ncvli.org/wp-content/upl…

This week, we honor the professionals who help uphold justice and safety at every stage of the system. Their role is key in protecting victims' rights and supporting accountability. #PPPSWeek #VictimsRights

📢Don't miss out on @NOVADVOCACY's annual virtual training event! Register today: hubs.la/Q03wf2TD0
Share with your networks! Pre-conference events start next week, but we want as many advocates as possible to attend! Register at hubs.la/Q03wf2TD0 #NOVA51 #CelebratingMyCommunity #WhyWeAdvocate #NOVA51GoesVirtual #PAWSforAdvocacy
📣 NCVLI's 2024 Crime Victim Law Conference brought together over 300 attendees from 35 states - plus a dedicated crew from Australia! It was one of many highlights in a powerful year Explore this and more in NCVLI's 2024 Impact Report: 🔗ncvli.org/wp-content/upl…

Whether you're an advocate or attorney, NCVLI’s Rights Enforcement Toolkit is packed with resources to help you understand victims' rights so that you can help victims assert those rights in court. ➡️ ncvli.org/what-we-do/leg… #VictimsRights

Asking “Did the prosecutor confer with the victim?” misses the point. The real question is: Was the victim empowered to be heard in court, where justice is decided? Read more from @NCVLI : ncvli.org/rethinking-con…

Idaho murder case highlights limits of victims’ input in plea bargains “It’s a victim’s right to have input in the prosecution, but also to make sure the court knows how they feel about a plea” – Meg Garvin, @NCVLI via @politico politico.com/news/2025/07/0…
Victims’ rights vary by state. Knowing what protections exist is the first step toward enforcing them. NCVLI’s Law Library makes it easy to explore victims’ rights across the states. 🔍 Search by state, issue, or legal term to get the information you need: ncvli.org/victim-law-lib…

This Independence Day, we celebrate the promise of liberty and justice for all. At NCVLI, we’re working to ensure that the promise includes every crime victim… upholding their rights, protecting their privacy, and amplifying their voices. #VictimsRights

Privacy. Confidentiality. Privilege. These terms aren't interchangeable, and for crime victims, understanding the difference is critical. This short video offers practical guidance for advocates and attorneys working to protect survivors' privacy rights. youtube.com/watch?v=AQ86w-…
On PTSD Awareness Day-a reminder that trauma doesn’t end when the violence does For many victims, PTSD is a lifelong battle. NCVLI works to ensure survivors are treated with dignity, have access to trauma-informed legal support and can assert their rights without retraumatization

This #VictimsRights QuickTool offers a victim-centered overview of restitution, highlighting key issues and practical tips to help survivors understand and pursue what they’re owed. youtube.com/watch?v=Ui-_r1…
Every survivor deserves a voice and the legal support to be heard. At NCVLI, we fight to advance victims’ rights nationwide. Your support helps provide legal advocacy, training and tools that empower survivors and those who stand with them 🔗 Donate today: ncvli.org/donate

People impacted by crime often need help understanding and asserting their rights. Legal representation is key. Through its Pro Bono Portal, NAVRA connects victims with attorneys and equips advocates with the tools to protect and elevate victims’ rights. youtube.com/watch?v=1LUXcc…
ICYMI: A landmark decision by the New Hampshire Supreme Court has upheld crime victims’ constitutional right to privacy, protecting confidential records held by crisis centers from government intrusion. Read more on NCVLI’s Rights & Remedies blog. ➡️ ncvli.org/victory-for-su…

In practice, no user can reasonably expect true privacy online, and for survivors, the risk is amplified. Even well-meaning digital tools can create new vulnerabilities when they aren't built with survivor realities in mind. 🔗 techpolicy.press/for-survivors-…
Are you an attorney passionate about protecting victims’ rights? NAVRA hosts a portal that connects crime victims with attorneys offering no or low cost representation. If you're ready to stand up for survivors, we’d love to connect. navra.org

Paul Cassell, criminal justice & victims’ rights expert: Trump pledged support for every crime victim. As funding decisions move forward, orgs providing critical legal services to victims, like NCVLI and others, should receive the support they deserve bit.ly/DOJvictimgrant…