Key dates are as follows: Questions Due: February 8, 2010; Applicant Conference On: February 10, 2010; Deadline for Registration: February 9, 2010; Questions and Answers Posted: February 18, 2010; Applications Due: March 8, 2010 by 4:00PM. Please refer to the program guidance for detailed submission information.

The goal of the Rape Crisis and Sexual Violence Prevention Program at the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) is to improve societal response to rape, provide supports and services to victims of rape and sexual assault and to promote primary prevention efforts that reduce the incidence of rape, victimization and sexual violence. The Department approaches sexual violence from a public health perspective, recognizing that primary prevention, including efforts to change cultural norms, behaviors, and practices, is essential to create a community climate free from violence. Funds are available to support two components of services. Each component has specific eligibility criteria, project activities and anticipated grant awards: Component A: Under this component, applicants will be required to provide the following services in the catchment area they propose to serve: (1) Comprehensive rape crisis intervention services including, 24-hour crisis intervention, counseling, accompaniment, advocacy, referral and follow-up services; and (2) Primary prevention services. Component B: One statewide or up to two (2) regional Center(s) of Excellence (COE) will be supported to provide training, technical assistance and expertise to funded programs in Component A and to partner with the NYSDOH or another state agency related to direct services to victims of rape/sexual assault and primary prevention. The Centers of Excellence will provide activities in support of rape crisis intervention services and primary prevention services for the applicants awarded funding under Component A as outlined in section III B of this program's Request for Applications (RFA). The purpose and objectives of this program are very specific in nature. The distinct subject matter of this funding opportunity necessitates a thorough review of the official program guidance referenced at the URL provided in the contact section of this summary.

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Name: Deborah Joralemon, Rape Crisis Program

Department: Bureau of Women's Health

Street: Empire State Plaza

Corning Tower, Room 1805

City: Albany

Zip: 12237

Email: Daj04@health.state.ny.us