Anti-Scam FAQ: What is a crime victims’ assistance organization?

Answer:

A crime victims’ assistance organization is a type of organization that provides support and assistance to people who have been victims of crime. These nonprofit organizations can offer a range of services, including emotional support, practical assistance, and referrals to professional providers – such as mental health & legal.

A crime victims’ assistance organization is usually required to be registered with their regional or national government. They also conform to ethical standards, such as the NOVA standard, and in the case of SCARS with our owned published best-practice standards.

The goal of a crime victims’ assistance organization is to help victims of crime to cope with the aftermath of the crime and to provide them with the support they need to move forward with their lives.

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