DATA

National Special Victims believes in being as transparent as possible.  Below are data tables that update in real-time.  Donors and Grantors need to know their impact.

NSV measures several key metrics to identify activity and outcomes.

• State by State intake data.   This allows NSV to plan resources for states with higher unmet needs.
• Contact Count. For each phone call, text or email, how many people are attempting to reach NSV. 
• Bed-nights are the core metric for most shelters. Each bed-night represents one bed, with one person, for one night. 
• Active Client counts by State. Where are the current casees located?  Where do we need more support? 

Why does NSV collect and share data?

• Improve our understanding of sexual assault and other crimes against victims. NSV collects data on a wide range of topics, including the demographics of victims, the types of crimes they experience, and the impact of those crimes on their lives. By sharing this data with researchers and policymakers, we can learn more about these crimes and how to prevent them.
• Develop more effective prevention and intervention programs. NSV’s data can be used to identify trends and patterns in sexual assault and other crimes. This information can then be used to develop programs that are tailored to the specific needs of different populations.
• Improve coordination and communication between service providers. NSV’s data can be used to identify gaps in services and areas where there is a need for collaboration. This information can then be used to develop strategies for improving coordination and communication between service providers.
• Advocate for more resources and support for victims. NSV’s data can be used to demonstrate the prevalence of sexual assault and other crimes, as well as the impact of these crimes on victims and their families. This information can then be used to advocate for more resources and support for victims.

In addition to these benefits, sharing data from NSV can also help to raise awareness of sexual assault and other crimes against victims. By making this data more accessible to the public, we can help to reduce the stigma surrounding these crimes and encourage more victims to come forward and seek help.

Here are some specific examples of how sharing data from NSV has been used to make a difference:

• NSV’s data has also been used to develop programs that help victims of sexual assault to heal and recover. These programs have been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health problems.
• NSV’s data has also been used to advocate for more resources and support for victims of sexual assault. For example, NSV’s data has been used to support legislation that would increase funding for rape crisis centers and other victim services programs.