Village of aniak 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 Village of Aniak received a $257,025 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs Victims of Crime (CFDA 16.841 - VOCA Tribal Victim Services Set-Aside Program) to implement culturally-appropriate victim services and programs that meet the needs identified by the tribal community. The grant, effective from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025, will enable the Village of Aniak, a federally recognized tribal government in Alaska, to deliver a range of victim assistance services reflecting the tribe's values and traditions. The funding supports the development and enhancement of the tribe's victim service programs, including direct services, outreach, training, and capacity building to address the unique needs of crime victims in the tribal community.

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.