Prevention Of Domestic Violence, New York State Office For The

The New York State Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (NYSO) is a U.S. state government entity registered in SAM.gov, focused on addressing domestic violence and related safety issues across New York State. As a government agency, NYSO works to develop strategies, provide training, and support initiatives that protect individuals from domestic violence and related cyber threats. The organization is dedicated to improving law enforcement response, victim support, and proactive prevention measures related to domestic violence and emerging digital safety challenges.

NYSO has been actively engaged in federal grant programs, particularly through the U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women. Recently, the organization was awarded a $500,000 project grant for the Local Law Enforcement Grants for Enforcement of Cybercrimes Program, effective from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2027. This grant focuses on developing comprehensive training programs for law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and emergency dispatch personnel to prevent, enforce, and prosecute cybercrimes against individuals. In partnership with Sanctuary for Families as a victim service provider, NYSO will establish multi-jurisdictional task forces, conduct survivor listening sessions, and create training resources addressing computer-based harassment, stalking, extortion, and intimate image distribution. Additionally, NYSO has consistently received sub-awards from the NYS Office of Victim Services through annual Victim Assistance Program grants, demonstrating a sustained commitment to supporting victims and improving response systems across the state.