[WiLT] Sexual violence frontline services and ISVA grants - apply by 22nd February 2010

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Independent Sexual Violence Advisors

On 25 November 2009, the Government published the Violence Against Women and
Girls Strategy which set out how crucial Independent Sexual Violence Advisors
(ISVAs) have become in supporting victims of sexual violence and abuse. The
Strategy confirmed that funding would be protected for ISVAs in 2010/11, and
applications are now invited for funding for ISVA services in the coming
financial year. To apply for ISVA funding, please read the application
information in full and complete the application form below. Forms should be
returned by 22nd February 2010 to victims.fund at justice.gsi.gov.uk.

Download:
* ISVA application form (word doc)
* ISVA guidance and eligibility criteria (word doc)
>From http://www.crimereduction.homeoffice.gov.uk/violentcrime/sexual12.htm


Services For Victims Of Sexual Violence And Abuse

The Office for Criminal Justice Reform and the Government Equalities Office have
joined forces to create a single fund for voluntary sector organisations that
provide support to victims of sexual violence and abuse. This fund, which
amounts to a total of £2.25 million, will be aimed primarily at front-line
services at risk of reduction or closure. To apply for grant funding from the
combined fund, please read the eligibility criteria and guidance and complete
the application form below. Forms should be returned by 22nd February 2010 to
victims.fund at justice.gsi.gov.uk.

Download:
* OCJR-GEO combined fund application form (word doc)
* OCJR-GEO combined fund eligibility criteria (word doc)
>From http://www.crimereduction.homeoffice.gov.uk/violentcrime/sexual12.htm