The Niigata Victim Support Center is a non-governmental organization established in February 2006 to provide assistance to victims of crime and accidents, as well as their families and bereaved relatives. Our mission is to help those affected return to a peaceful and stable life as soon as possible.

In 2009, we were officially certified as a Public Interest Incorporated Association by Niigata Prefecture, strengthening the legal and social foundation of our activities. In 2011, we were designated by the Niigata Prefectural Public Safety Commission as an Early Assistance Organization for Crime Victims, enabling us to offer immediate support following a crime, with the victim’s consent.

Our services include telephone and in-person consultations provided by professionally qualified victim support counselors and trained staff, peer support groups, and accompaniment and support during court proceedings. In addition, we actively engage in public awareness and outreach activities to promote understanding of victim support throughout Niigata Prefecture.

We are committed to creating a society where victims are heard, supported, and empowered to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

＜Niigata Victim Support Center – Our Activities＞

The Niigata Victim Support Center is committed to building a society where victims of crime and accidents, along with their families and bereaved relatives, can access the support they need—anytime, anywhere—and where their dignity and rights are respected and protected. We offer the following services:

＜Telephone Consultation＞

Trained support staff will listen with empathy and help you explore your options. All consultations are free and strictly confidential. You don’t have to face this alone—please feel free to call us.

＜In-Person Consultation＞

If desired, we will arrange a face-to-face consultation following your initial phone call. Together, we will consider the specific support that best meets your needs.

＜Direct Support＞

Support workers provide assistance to ensure safe and smooth access to recovery-related procedures, including police and prosecutorial interviews, court appearances, visits to law offices, and applications to government agencies. We also offer free legal and psychological consultations (up to three sessions each) in collaboration with the Niigata Bar Association and the Niigata Association of Clinical Psychologists.

＜Peer Support Groups＞

We support the operation of peer-led self-help groups for victims, their families, and bereaved relatives.

＜Other Activities＞

•Assistance with applications for crime victim benefits

•Collaboration with related organizations and community groups

•Public awareness and outreach activities

•Training of counselors and direct support staff

•Research and study on victim support systems We are here to walk alongside you, with care, respect, and solidarity.

You don’t have to face this alone.

If you’re thinking, “What should I do?” “I don’t know where to turn,” or “I feel lost,” please call us. We are here to listen—gently, respectfully, and without judgment.

The Niigata Sexual Violence Victim Support Center provides confidential support for those who have experienced sexual violence, regardless of when or where it occurred. We also support family members and others close to the survivor.

Our trained staff will listen with empathy and help you consider what you need. Whether you want to talk, ask questions, or explore your options, we are here for you. All consultations are free of charge and strictly confidential. This center is operated by the Niigata Victim Support Center, a Public Interest Incorporated Association, under commission from Niigata Prefecture.