Victims for Justice

Mission:  

To serve victims of violent crime and the survivors of victims of homicide

 

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National Crime Victims' Rights Week
April 18-24, 2010

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Alaska ranks in the top ten percent per capita in violent crimes (#8), aggravated assault (#6), and forcible rape (#1) (U.S. Disaster Center, 2004-2005 data) and in the top five states for per capita rates of domestic violence (Alaska Family Violence Prevention Project, 2006).

Every year National Crime Victims’ Rights Week takes place in April —a time for all Americans to learn about victimization, reflect on the cost of crime to our society, and promote laws, policies, and programs to help victims of crime rebuild their lives.  

Thank you to our 2009 sponsor:  
Anchorage Police Department Employees Association

National Crime Victims Rights Week -  Awards Banquet  
 Saturday, April 17, 2010, Hilton Anchorage, 6:00pm Doors Open

The Victims for Justice Annual Awards Banquet is the kick-off event for NCVRW. Our keynote speaker discusses current issues relating to victims and victim rights, followed by a series of six awards recognizing victims, volunteers, and professionals who have made a difference in the fight for victims' rights.  The awardees are celebrated after a formal dinner, followed by rousing activities to benefit Victims for Justice. Tickets are available for $50 by calling 278-0977 or contacting Robyn Langlie at rlanglie@victimsforjustice.org 

Award categories are:

 Role Model:  Models a positive image for others who deal with victims and their issues.

Advocacy:  An outstanding advocate for victims and their rights.

James Gay Professionalism in the Line of Duty:  Particular support to victims during the performance of regular job duties.

Substantial Service to Victims:  An organization delivering compelling service and advocacy.

Phoenix Award:  Rising above tragedy to offer a helping hand to others.

Media Award:  A person or organization contributing to awareness and understanding of victims in print or electronic media.  

National Crime Victims Rights Week -  Tree Ceremony  
Monday, April 19, 2010, Park Strip at 9th and G St., 12:00pm-1:00pm.

The VFJ Tree Ceremony is a centerpiece for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.  For twenty year, VFJ has honored victims of violent crime at this event.  Ten community members are selected to place colored bows representing ten types of violent crime on the branches of the tree:  Crimes Against Those in Uniform; Homicide; Kidnapping and Hostage; Domestic Violence; Sexual Assault; Hate Crimes; Child Abuse; Robbery; Assault; and Drunk Driving.

The guests in attendance are then invited to tie ribbons, in the same ten colors, on the branches to represent themselves or others who have experienced violent crime.  This event is free to the public.

 

We would like to thank all the participating agencies involved in National Crime Victims' Rights Week 2009:

Abused Women's Aid in Crisis (AWAIC)

Alaska Department of Corrections, Victim Service Unit

Alaska Department of Public Safety

Alaska Native Justice Center

Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Alaska Office of Children's Services

Alaska Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives

Alaska Office of Victims Rights

Alaska State Troopers

Anchorage Police Department

District Attorney's Office

Elmendorf Air Force Base

Federal Bureau of Investigation

Fort Richardson Army Base

Municipality of Anchorage

Municipal Department of Health and Human Services, Safety Links Program

Parents, Families, & Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)

U.S. Attorney's Office

Standing Together Against Rape (STAR)

UAA, Center for Human Development

Violent Crimes Compensation Board

 

The National Crime Victims' Rights Week Task Force convenes annually to collaborate in the development and implementation of community activities in observance of National Crime Victims' Rights Week and in recognition of victims and survivors of crime.

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