S.T.O.P. Violence Against Women Grant (VAWA)
Forecasted
The S.T.O.P. Violence Against Women Grant (VAWA) from the Oklahoma District Attorneys Council funds research-based strategies to improve criminal justice and victim services for violence against women in Oklahoma.
Funder: Oklahoma District Attorneys Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award amounts vary; typically annual awards for program/project costs.
Summary: Supports Oklahoma efforts to improve criminal justice responses and victim services for violence against women, including domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.
Key Information: Forecasted grant; dates and details subject to annual cycle and updates.
Description
The S.T.O.P. Violence Against Women Grant (VAWA), administered by the Oklahoma District Attorneys Council, is designed to strengthen the criminal justice system's response to violence against women and to expand vital services for victims in Oklahoma. The program funds coordinated, multidisciplinary strategies among law enforcement, prosecutors, courts, and victim service providers to address domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. Supported activities include training, policy development, specialized units, data systems, advocacy, culturally specific services, and innovative community-based initiatives. The grant prioritizes outreach to underserved populations and supports comprehensive, survivor-centered responses.
