Applications for Violence Against Women Grants may be filed any time during the year. Funding decisions are made depending upon fund availability and program requirements. Please refer to the program guidance for detailed submission information.

The Violence Against Women Act of 1994 established a fund in the U.S. Treasury to be administered by the Attorney General through the Department of Justice. The primary objective of the Violence Against Women Act is to develop and implement effective law enforcement and prosecution strategies to combat violent crimes against women as well as develop and enhance services provided to victims in cases involving violent crimes against women. Grants and subgrants must meet one or more of the following purposes: 1) train law enforcement officers and prosecutors to identify and respond to violent crimes against women; 2) develop, train, or expand specialized units of law enforcement officers and prosecutors; 3) develop and implement more effective police and prosecution policies, protocols, orders, and services specifically dedicated to preventing, identifying and responding to violent crimes against women; 4) develop, install, or expand data collection and communication systems that link police, prosecutors, and courts or that identify and track arrests, protection orders, violations of protection orders, prosecutions, and convictions of violent crimes against women; 5) develop, enlarge, or strengthen victim service programs; 6) develop, enlarge, or strengthen programs addressing stalking; 7) develop, enlarge, or strengthen programs addressing the needs and circumstances of Indian tribes in dealing with violent crimes against women. The purpose and objectives of this program are very specific in nature. Funds are to be used for new projects or expansion or enhancement of existing projects. Projects receiving funds must provide services to women of violent crimes or assist in developing and implementing training and policies for law enforcement, prosecution, and the courts in preventing and responding to violent crimes against women including sexual assault and domestic violence. 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: Rhonda Pines

Department: Law Enforcement Traffic Safety Division

Street: 401 Adams Avenue

P. O. Box 5690

Zip: 36103-5690

Email: rhonda.pines@adeca.alabama.gov