Since 1981, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) has challenged the Nation to confront and remove barriers to achieving justice for all victims of crime. During NCVRW, we celebrate the accomplishments of the victims’ rights movement and reflect on how far we have come.

Every April, the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) leads communities throughout the country in their annual observances of NCVRW.

New York Crime Victims Candlelight Vigil. Where: West End Collegiate Church, 245 West 77th Street @ West End Ave, NYC. When: Sunday, April 6th, 2025 2-4pm.