Ripley Co. Prosecutor's Office Receives Grant to Combat Violence Against Women

Fifty-one public and nonprofit organizations split nearly $3 million in funding.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) recently awarded close to $3 million to 51 public and nonprofit organizations through the STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program.

STOP stands for services, training, officers, and prosecutors.

The program is designed to support communities in their efforts to develop and strengthen law enforcement and prosecution strategies to combat violence against women, as well as enhance victim services and safety.

Locally, the Ripley County Prosecutor’s Office received $81,619.

“This funding is about making sure that more communities have access to the resources they need to prevent victimization and bring violent offenders to justice,” said Devon McDonald, ICJI Executive Director. “It’s important that we do everything we can to help break the cycle of violence and shore up support for victims.”

This year, the grants will be used to provide legal advocacy, counseling, training for law enforcement and court personnel, and victim support services. Funding will also pay for special prosecutors and investigators who are dedicated to handling cases involving crimes against women.

To see a full list of STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program award recipients, click here or visit: on.in.gov/STOPgrant.