About ACVS
The Arizona Coalition for Victim Services (ACVS), is a nonprofit network of individuals, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations that provide direct services to crime victims and/or technical assistance to direct service providers
Who We Are
The purpose of ACVS is to:
No one provider, or type of service, can fully meet the needs of all crime victims.
By partnering with its member community ACVS helps to minimize the gaps in services for victims and foster discussion on system improvements
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Our Training Services
Since 2004, ACVS has maintained the Arizona Victim Assistance Academy, AVAA
This is a 40-hour, National Advocate Credentialing Program-accredited curriculum for new advocates to learn the basics of victimology and victimizations, victims’ rights, self-care and restitution.
AVAA Basic Academy
AVAA Partners with other agencies organizations for conferences such as: the Arizona Prosecuting Attorneys’ Advisory Council (APAAC) and the Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence (ACESDV).
AVAA hosts a variety of additional training opportunities focused on advanced field topics. Learn more on our training page.
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Additional Trainings We Offer
Skills in Leadership
Advanced Field Topics
Mobile Advocacy Training Program (MAP)
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Your Voice Matters
We invite you to be a part of ACVS meetings and events, where your perspective is valued and your presence makes a difference
Join the Conversation!
Whether you’re a new face or a seasoned professional, you’re welcome to bring your team – more than one person from your agency or organization is encouraged to attend!
By joining, you’ll gain access to a vibrant community of victim service providers, with opportunities to network, share resources, and collaborate on creative solutions to common challenges. Stay informed with updates on case law, legislation, and funding, and gain insights through presentations from a diverse range of programs.
Expand your professional network, invite your peers, and be part of shaping the future of victim services in Arizona.
Become a Member!
Together, we can make a stronger impact!
Lead Victim Advocate, Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitiation and Reentry
Jaquel Moody has dedicated over 10 years as the Lead Victim Advocate & Intern Program Coordinator at the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR), Office of Victim Services. In tandem with this role, she is a certified Facilitator for the Victim Offender Dialogue (VOD) Program, which supports victims of serious crimes to address issues that are not typically resolved by the criminal justice system. She is deeply committed to assisting victims throughout the post-conviction phase of the justice process, including matters related to the AZ Board of Executive Clemency.
Jaquel Moody
ACVS Executive Committee
ACVS Chair
Before her role at ADCRR, Jaquel spent 11 years at the Navajo County Attorney's Office, where she served as the Victim Services Manager and Victim Compensation Program Coordinator. During this time, she helped establish two Family Advocacy Centers and played a lead role in organizing award-winning Victims' Rights Symposiums.
At ADCRR, Jaquel’s contributions included the implementation of a program that earned a Distinguished Services Award from the Arizona Attorney General's Office in 2017. She also played a key role in launching Arizona's first victim-initiated, victim-centered Victim Offender Dialogue program in 2018, along with other initiatives that significantly expanded services for these crime victims.
Jaquel also serves on the Board of the National Association of Victim Assistance in Corrections (NAVAC), where she continues to advocate for meaningful assistance for crime victims whose offenders are incarcerated or on parole.
Erica assists victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, and other crimes navigate the legal process and all of the collateral issues stemming from victimization.
Erica was previously the Bureau Chief of the Child Advocacy Bureau at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office and the Supervisory Advocate at the Attorney General’s Office of Victim Services. Erica holds a master’s degree in legal studies with an emphasis in criminal and employment law from Arizona State University. At home, Erica likes to read and relax with her four rescue dogs.
Erica Williams
ACVS Secretary
ACVS Executive Committee
Victim Services Specialist, Mesa Police Department
Karina Aragon, MSW Candidate, is a seasoned social worker with 13 years of experience navigating micro, mezzo, and macro levels. Her diverse background encompasses child welfare, court systems, and hospital settings, with specialized expertise in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention.
Karina is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) and is a proud participant in the National Advocate Credential Program (NACP). As a field instructor for Arizona State University's School of Social Work, Karina mentors BSW students during their field education placements providing supervision and support.
As a dedicated Victim Advocate with the Mesa Police Department, Karina provides critical support to those affected by crime. Her passion for advocacy extends to her involvement with the Arizona Coalition for Victim Services and Mujer Inc., a nonprofit empowering teenage girls through self-esteem development, cultural pride, and leadership.
Outside of her professional pursuits, Karina values time with loved ones and exploring new destinations.
Karina Aragon
