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Office of Victim Advocate

The Office of Victim Advocate (OVA) is the state office with the duty and authority to advocate for the individual and collective rights and needs of crime survivors. We accomplish our mission through victim services, which includes notifications of offender status; restorative justice programs that promote resilience and healing; and we are currently developing new initiatives around crime prevention.

09/14/2026

⏰Do you have one hour to learn about a, important resource that can help protect survivors?

Join us on Friday for a virtual Lunch & Learn from 12-1pm to learn more about our Address Confidentiality Program.

What you'll learn:
🏡 What the ACP is
💡Who may be eligible
🔐How the ACP can help support safety

We hope you will join us and learn more about this valuable resource!

Register Today: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CTMNuhiBQseKOMkyNzPgiA

09/13/2026

💙☀ We SHINE brighter together!

Join the Children's Advocacy Centers of Pennsylvania for the 6th annual SHINE Walk this coming Friday, September 18 at 11am in Harrisburg (or wherever you are!)

This isn't just a walk. Its a show of support for child survivors and the Children's Advocacy Centers (CAC's) that help them move forward after abuse.

CAC's provide a safe space where children can be heard, supported, and begin to heal.

So grab your family, friends, and coworkers and come SHINE with us! ☀

Learn more or register! https://givebutter.com/2026-shine

09/12/2026

📣Nominations Are Open! 📣

It's time to celebrate the advocates, organizations, survivors, and allied professionals who make a lasting difference in the lives of victims and survivors across Pennsylvania.

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Governor's Victim Service Pathfinder Awards!

Know someone who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for a Pathfinder Award! 🏆

👉Click below to learn more and access the nomination forms!

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/2027-Governor-s-Victim-Service-Pathfinder-Awards-.html?soid=1140131031029&aid=tNwam_RMUt8&fbclid=IwY2xjawUNAdtwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVFPaGZNMnpZWmZFNDllT0ZzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEewu7FIFQ3Fmmj0fY1Iy-MByaFQQF5cxE5qikk_5sESP8v6fwuG3tJ_OOraxY_aem_uHF67BscrufZQ1w6smVbsw

09/11/2026

Privacy can be a powerful tool for safety.

For survivors, keeping personal information confidential can be an important part of their overall safety plan. The Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) can help protect survivor addresses.

Join us for a virtual Lunch & Learn next week on September 18 from 12- 1pm to learn more about:
🏡 How the ACP works
💡Who may be eligible
🔐How address confidentiality can support survivor safety

Take an hour to learn about a resource that can make a meaningful difference.

Register here today! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CTMNuhiBQseKOMkyNzPgiA

09/10/2026

🌿You are not alone. Your story matters. Your healing matters.

Our virtual support groups bring crime survivors together in a supportive environment where they can share, listen, connect, and feel understood.

You don't have to have the right words. You don't have to share before you're ready. Simply showing up is enough. 💙

If you're looking for connection and support, we invite you to learn more about our virtual groups.

📱800-563-6399
📩 [email protected]

09/09/2026

☀ Lets light the way for child survivors! ☀

The 6th Annual SHINE Walk is happening Friday, September 18 at 11am in Harrisburg. Not local to Harrisburg? You can still join virtually!! We want EVERYONE to join!

This walk supports Children's Advocacy Centers across Pennsylvania. CAC's are places where children can find a safe space to be heard, receive support, and begin healing after abuse.

Every step we take sends a message:

You are heard
You are supported
You are not alone

Let's SHINE together! ☀

Thank you Children's Advocacy Centers of Pennsylvania for the work you do in protecting Pennsylvania's children!

Learn more or register: https://givebutter.com/2026-shine

09/08/2026

📣 Mark your calendar! Our ACP Lunch and Learn is almost here!

Join us September 18 from 12 - 1 pm for a virtual Lunch and Learn on our Address Confidentiality Program (ACP).

🏡What is ACP
🔐How can it help protect survivor privacy
💡Who is eligible

Spend an hour learning about this important resource and how it can help support survivor safety. Register today!

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CTMNuhiBQseKOMkyNzPgiA?fbclid=IwY2xjawTyoCJwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVVhUnFNVEExQktOSnZvdTdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe-6e76usDCJCcC6zdSULYUkS2pHRy2T2lbEB3mFz8MNQeAqqyj5eB8BMzogM_aem_qDgmplnae93RiRfY_lz4Jg #/registration

09/07/2026

OVA will be closed in observance of Labor Day today.

We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing holiday. We will reopen tomorrow at 8am.

09/06/2026

💙Healing after experiencing crime can feel isolating. Our virtual support groups offer a safe, supportive space where crime survivors can connect with others who may understand their experiences.

🌿Talk when you're ready
🌿Listen when you need to
🌿Connect with others
🌿Take healing at your own pace

Whatever you need, there is a place for you here.

Learn more or reach out today:

📱800-563-6399
📩 [email protected]

09/04/2026

💙Healing can feel like a long road-but you don't have to walk it alone.

Connection can remind us that we're not the only ones navigating difficult experiences.

Our virtual support groups bring crime survivors together in a safe, caring environment where you can connect, share when you're ready, and find encouragement along the way.

🪷One conversation. One connection. One step at a time.

We're here for you.

📱 800-563-6399
📩 [email protected]

Address

1101 S Front Street, Ste 5200
Harrisburg, PA
17104

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18005636399

Website

http://www.ova.pa.gov/

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