News Archive
CBC News – Quebec expanding program designed to support children who testify in court
Simon Jolin-Barrette says testifying in court is difficult for many, but is particularly daunting for children. The government is creating a program to help them get through it. (Sylvain Roy Roussel/Radio-Canada)
Bucks Local News – Bucks County Congressman introduces bipartisan Violence Against Women reauthorization act
Bucks County Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA1) has introduced the bipartisan Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA) of 2021. The legislation authorizes funding for a variety of critical grant programs, including for victim services, prevention, training, education, enforcement, economic stability, and other programs that support survivors and help them to heal and to access justice.
Lower Bucks Times – NOVA Bucks shares tips on protecting children from online predators
As kids and teens have been at home during the pandemic, they are spending more time online. With that comes increased risk of communicating with an online predator.
WHYY PBS – Gun violence epidemic, recent mass shootings push victim service agencies into overdrive
When tragic events occur, it often falls to victim services organizations to help traumatized individuals pick up the pieces. And they step in to offer support to the broader community after horrifying incidents take place in public spaces, such as the mass shooting Feb. 17 at the Olney Transportation Center and the one just three days later at a bowling alley in Montgomery County.
Washington Post – Sexual Assault Against Boys Is a Crisis
It’s far more common than we think. Here’s why we don’t talk about it.
Yardley Patch – Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce: Windmill Foundation Provides Grant To Network Of Victim Assistance (NOVA)
Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA), is pleased to announce that the organization is the recipient of a $10,000 grant from the Windmill Foundation, which will be used to fund outreach, education and training to the public health, medical communities, and first responders on the medical needs of sexual assault and interpersonal violence victims.
Levittown Now – Consumer Corner: Valentine’s Sweetheart Scam Targeting Senior Citizens
Financial abuse and scams are serious concerns. They deprive seniors of their hard-earned assets and retirement savings.
Doylestown Patch – Windmill Foundation Provides Grant to NOVA
Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA), is pleased to announce that the organization is the recipient of a $10,000 grant from the Windmill Foundation, which will be used to fund outreach, education and training to the public health, medical communities, and first responders on the medical needs of sexual assault and interpersonal violence victims.
Network of Victim Assistance Recognized as a “Partner in Prevention” by Darkness to Light
Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA), Bucks County’s comprehensive service agency for victims of sexual assault and other serious crimes, has achieved Partner in Prevention status, a designation awarded by the nonprofit Darkness to Light, which works to protect the children they serve by training staff to understand the issue of child sexual abuse, identify unsafe situations and practices, and react responsibly in the best interest of the children they serve.
Network of Victim Assistance Promotes Grace Wheeler to Director of Prevention & Training
Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA) is pleased to announce that Grace Wheeler has been promoted to Director of PREVENTION & TRAINING. Wheeler previously served as NOVA’s County Coordinator for the Safe and Healthy Communities Initiative. Prior to joining NOVA, Wheeler was the Program Coordinator at the Peace Center in Langhorne.
NOVA Virtual Auction & Gala a Roaring Success!
Network of Victim Assistance’s (NOVA) virtual Evening in the Roaring 20s Auction & Gala, was a roaring success. Guests were invited to learn the Charleston, bid on silent auction items, and hear from NOVA clients and special guest speaker, Rachael Denhollander, all from the comfort of their own home.
Doylestown Patch – Fitt Family Fund Supports Network of Victim Assistance
Network of Victim Assistance (NOVA), an organization that serves victims of sexual assault and other serious crimes in Bucks County, was the recipient of a recent grant from the Robert and Elaine Fitt Family Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation, following a recommendation by Robert and Elaine Fitt.