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The Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) is an independent state agency devoted to upholding and advancing the rights of crime victims.

We strive to provide innovative victim advocacy through outreach and education, policy and program development, direct service, legislative advocacy, and grants management.

Our commitment lies in reaching all victims, while ensuring access and equity of rights and services to underserved communities. By bridging public, private and community organizations, we work to serve crime victims, their families, and witnesses to violence, while promoting healing and justice.


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For upcoming events, please visit our Calendar





The 2009 Massachusetts Victim Assistance Academy will be held from July 26 - July 31, 2009.
Applications are now available.


Senate Bill 1559, An Act to Enhance the Massachusetts Victim Bill of Rights (M.G.L. 258B)

Senate Bill 1559 is a straight-forward response to the changing needs of victims and survivors of crime in a time of unprecedented escalating violence in the Commonwealth.


Please click on the links below to learn more about Senate Bill 1559 and how you can help effectively advocate for this legislation.

S1559 Fact Sheet and Outreach Information

S1559 Support Flyer

S1559 Section by Section Summary

S1559 Bill Language

Information on the July 14, 2009, Judiciary Public Hearing


2009 Victim Rights Event
The Victim Rights Movement: Resilience, Adaptability, and Hope
April 23rd, 2009
Massachusetts State House

For information on our 2008 Victim Rights Event
Please click here 2008 Victim Rights Conference.





 
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