VIVA Awards

OVWA is proud to represent more than 300 crime victim advocates in the state of Ohio! As Ohio’s advocate network, we wish to celebrate these advocates and recognize the tremendous, invaluable role they have at our Visionaries in Victim Advocacy (VIVA) Awards!
Information about the Annual VIVA Awards is released in the fall. Check back for details about the upcoming VIVA Awards!
Make a Nomination for a VIVA Award
Know an organization, program, and/or a dedicated colleague who should be considered for recognition?
Click here to download the nomination form for these awards:
- Future Leader (an outstanding advocate new to the field)
- Program of the Year (program or organization)
- Advocate of the Year
- William F. Schenck Victim Justice Visionary Award of Distinction (an assistant or elected Ohio County Prosecutor)
The nomination period opens in the fall prior to the annual VIVA Awards ceremony. Check back for nomination opportunities and announcements!
Help Make the VIVA Awards Happen
As a sponsor or donor of OVWA, your company’s name and services will be visible to advocates for crime victims, signaling your support to these passionate people. Our services are provided to:
- Community leadership
- Judges
- Prosecutors
- Doctors
- Nurses
- Counselors
- Students
- Hospitals
- Non-profits
- State agencies
- Domestic violence shelters
- Rape crisis centers
- and many more
Your generosity also directly supports us in our mission to promote access for Ohio crime victims through meaningful rights and quality services. Your gift helps OVWA continue to be a leader in the victim advocacy movement in Ohio.
Click here for our Sponsorship Opportunities.
Click here for our comprehensive Sponsorship Packet with more ways to help OVWA.


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