This grant is for the purpose of exploring and identifying effective family court procedures, practices, and structures, particularly concerning custody and visitation. The core objective is to ascertain how these judicial elements can best protect victims of domestic violence and their children, shielding them from ongoing violence and psychological trauma. The initiative aims to research and demonstrate specific approaches within the family court system that enhance safety for vulnerable individuals. By thoroughly evaluating various methods, the grant seeks to contribute to the development of safer and more supportive legal frameworks for families affected by domestic violence, ultimately reducing further harm and promoting well-being for both adults and children in these complex situations.
Opportunity ID: 154033
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OVW-2012-3245 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OVW FY 2012 Family Court Demonstration Initiative |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Law, Justice and Legal Services Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Family court improvement |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 9 |
| Assistance Listings: | 16.013 — Violence Against Women Act Court Training and Improvement Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 16, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 29, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 08, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 29, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 07, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | State, Tribal, Territorial, or local courts (for those courts whose fiscal agents are governmental entities, the governmental entity may submit the application on behalf of the court). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office on Violence Against Women |
| Description: | The goal of this initiative is to determine what family court procedures, practices, and structures related to custody and visitation can help keep victims of domestic violence and their children safe from further violence and trauma. |
| Link to Additional Information: | OVW FY 2012 Family Court Demonstration Initiative |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tosha Preston
Phone 202-307-6026 Email:Tosha.Preston@usdoj.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Office on Violence Against Women Family Court Demonstration Initiative Call for Concept Papers is no longer open. OVW currently has a large number of active solicitations. We are postponing the release temporarily and anticipate reposting the Call for Concept Papers in the near future. We will also reschedule the Pre-Application Conference Calls. If you would like to be added to a mailing list to receive updates on this Initiative,please email OVW.FamilyCourts@usdoj.gov and add to the subject line "Family Courts Mailing List." We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. | Mar 29, 2012 | |
| Mar 29, 2012 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OVW-2012-3245 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OVW FY 2012 Family Court Demonstration Initiative |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Law, Justice and Legal Services Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Family court improvement |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 9 |
| Assistance Listings: | 16.013 — Violence Against Women Act Court Training and Improvement Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 16, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 29, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 08, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 29, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 07, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | State, Tribal, Territorial, or local courts (for those courts whose fiscal agents are governmental entities, the governmental entity may submit the application on behalf of the court). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office on Violence Against Women |
| Description: | The goal of this initiative is to determine what family court procedures, practices, and structures related to custody and visitation can help keep victims of domestic violence and their children safe from further violence and trauma. |
| Link to Additional Information: | OVW FY 2012 Family Court Demonstration Initiative |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tosha Preston
Phone 202-307-6026 Email:Tosha.Preston@usdoj.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OVW-2012-3245 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | OVW FY 2012 Family Court Demonstration Initiative |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Law, Justice and Legal Services Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Family court improvement |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 9 |
| Assistance Listings: | 16.013 — Violence Against Women Act Court Training and Improvement Grants |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 29, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 08, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 07, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $150,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | State, Tribal, Territorial, or local courts (for those courts whose fiscal agents are governmental entities, the governmental entity may submit the application on behalf of the court). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office on Violence Against Women |
| Description: | The goal of this initiative is to determine what family court procedures, practices, and structures related to custody and visitation can help keep victims of domestic violence and their children safe from further violence and trauma. |
| Link to Additional Information: | OVW FY 2012 Family Court Demonstration Initiative |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tosha Preston
Phone 202-307-6026 Email:Tosha.Preston@usdoj.gov |
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