Koyukuk native village will use this FY 2023 tvssa award to implement services for victims of crime that meet needs identified by the community and reflect tribal community values and traditions

The Koyukuk Native Village has been awarded a $251,383 Project Grant under the VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program (CFDA 16.841) administered by the U.S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). This 5-year award, effective January 1, 2024, will enable the Koyukuk Village Council to implement culturally appropriate victim services and programming that address the unique needs identified by the local Alaska Native community. Funded activities may include direct victim assistance, outreach, training, and capacity building initiatives tailored to Koyukuk's tribal values and traditions. This grant aligns with the 2018 Congressional intent to improve victim services in tribal communities through the VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside.

This aligns with the congressional intent for the set-aside from the CVF, which was created in 2018 to improve services for victims of crime in tribal communities. OVC administers the tvssa via a formula. Tvssa funds may be used for any purpose directly related to serving victims of crime.