In Greensboro, North Carolina, a ceremony was held to observe National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), taking place from April 6-12, 2025. The Justice Department’s Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) leads this annual event, aimed at honoring crime victims and promoting policies that support them.
The theme for this year’s NCVRW is “Connecting < KINSHIP > Healing,” highlighting the importance of shared humanity in supporting survivors. The U.S. Attorneys’ Offices for the Western, Middle, and Eastern Districts of North Carolina hosted the Raleigh ceremony, which featured music by “The 100 Men in Black Ensemble,” as well as speeches from victim advocates and survivors. The event also included a remembrance and an award ceremony to acknowledge outstanding service to victims.
Acting U.S. Attorney Randall Galyon (MDNC), U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson (WDNC), and Acting U.S. Attorney Daniel P. Bubar (EDNC) were in attendance. Randall Galyon stated, “By reflecting upon and honoring victims, victim advocates, and law enforcement professionals, we renew our commitment to seeking justice and giving hope to victims and their families.” He emphasized ongoing efforts to protect human rights throughout the year.
U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson reinforced the commitment to eliminating crime and supporting victims. He said, “My Office will continue to work closely with our community partners, advocates, and law enforcement to uphold victims’ rights, and to ensure that victims’ voices are heard not just this week, but every day of the year.”
Acting U.S. Attorney Daniel P. Bubar expressed gratitude for those serving crime victims and remarked, “We greatly appreciate the sacrifices that our law enforcement partners and victim advocates make to serve, creating the community necessary to build the healing victims deserve.”
For more information on National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and supporting crime victims, visit the OVC’s website. Details on the U.S. Attorney’s Office Victim/Witness Assistance Program are available online.