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# What Is VOCA

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January 26, 2026

## Resource | VOCA Explainer

### Understanding the Crime Victims Fund (VOCA)

This explainer provides a clear, plain-language overview of the Crime Victims Fund (VOCA), how it is funded, and why recent funding instability has had significant impacts on victim services nationwide. It is designed to support informed discussions among policymakers, agencies, and advocates working to sustain survivor-serving systems.

### Key Details

**Format:** Explainer

**Sectors:** Government Agencies & Public Authorities; Public Safety & Victim Systems

**Focus Area:** Victim Services Funding; Federal Programs

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