What we do
The Office of the Victim Advocate (OVA) works on behalf of victims of violent crime in Philadelphia. OVA assists victims and their loved ones, also known as co-victims, by:
- Assessing their needs.
- Identifying viable short-term and long-term solutions.
- Connecting them with resources and services.
Additionally, OVA works towards:
- Addressing systemic barriers at both state and local policy levels.
- Advocating for victims’ rights within law enforcement systems and city government.
- Supporting local victim service agency partners to enhance services delivered and increase their capacity to serve victims.
Connect
| Address |
100 S. Broad St.
Suite 440 Philadelphia, PA 19102 |
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victim.advocate |
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| Phone |
Phone:
(215) 686-2115
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Announcements
June is Philadelphia Reentry Awareness Month
Philadelphia City Council formally recognized June as Philadelphia Reentry Awareness Month in 2019, citing the intersections of reentry as a social, public safety, community and economic issue. Every year, hundreds of thousands of Philadelphians come home from federal, state, and local prisons and jails. They begin the process of returning to our communities, raising families, seeking employment, and trying to build stable lives. In June, we celebrate the returning citizens who show up daily with resilience and determination, we hold space and work to bring awareness, and we honor the providers, employers, advocates, and faith leaders doing this work alongside us.
REGISTER FOR REENTRY SERVICES HERE: Connect: Intake Form
CHECK OUT A FEW OF OUR UPCOMING EVENTS! Attend an event or volunteer to help returning citizens.
Submit a complaint or a request for assistance
You can use our contact form to request support from the Office of the Victim Advocate.
