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(MONTGOMERY) — Alabama Victims of Crime and Leniency (VOCAL) has presented its statewide awards to individuals who’ve demonstrated exemplary service to violent crime victims. The awards were presented on September 25, 2020, National Remembrance Day for Homicide Victims.

VOCAL, the Alabama organization dedicated to safeguarding crime victims’ rights, presented statewide awards to six persons and a canine who have distinguished themselves above all others in standing up for the victims of violent crime.

The awardees are as follows:

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“Due to inclement weather of Hurricane Sally, we are postponing the support group meeting. However, we will be sure to reschedule within the next couple of weeks. Sorry for the inconvenience. Everyone stay safe!”

2020 09 homicide survivors group postponed

“Due to inclement weather of Hurricane Sally, we are postponing the support group meeting. However, we will be sure to reschedule within the next couple of weeks. Sorry for the inconvenience. Everyone stay safe!”

2020 09 homicide survivors group postponed

FINALLY! A state elected official who has the courage to stop kicking that 'old dented prison can' down the road.

Janette Grantham, Director of VOCAL applauds Governor Ivey for her courage, foresight, and determination for a better and safer Alabama.

Today, Governor Ivey announces the next step in the construction of three new prisons to replace current facilities which are collapsing more each day.

Per Ms. Grantham, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to know the construction of new facilities is the first step toward solving Alabama's horrible prison facilities. Of course, this construction will not solve all of Alabama's prison problems, but it is a first step forward in our journey to provide humane facilities for inmates and ensure the safety our families and communities.

Thank You - Governor Ivey for your resolve to keep us safe.

2020 09 17 Homicide Survivors Group flyer

Michael Braun - Fort Myers News-Press - Published: 1:38 p.m. ET Jul. 22, 2020 Updated: 3:23 p.m. ET Jul. 22, 2020

2020 07 22 CapeCouple
Daniel and Jenise Spurgeon have been arrested on multiple charges of sexual and physical abuse of at least 10 adopted and foster children in their care.Three more victims have filed suit against a Cape Coral couple accused of sexual assault, abuse and molestation of as many as 15 children.

The lawsuits, which each seek $25 million in damages, stem from alleged long-term abuse and neglect in the foster/adoptive homes of Jenise and Daniel Spurgeon that occurred while they were living in Alabama.

The couple were charged with numerous counts of child abuse, sexual abuse, rape, human trafficking, sexual torture and other crimes against children.

Read More on Fort Myers News-Press

Our community is hurting right now due to the senseless acts of violence. Let’s keep the Pughsley family and the Montgomery Police Department in our thoughts and prayers.

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  1. Royta Giles Jr
  2. Alabama Candlelight Vigil - April 24, 2020
  3. On behalf of victims of violent crimes in Alabama, Victims of Crime and Leniency (VOCAL) issues the following Press Release
  4. National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day - Jan 9th, 2020
  5. VOCAL Honors 2019 Fallen Heroes
  6. Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signing HB380 into law
  7. Attorney General Steve Marshall Hails Alabama Senate Passage of Legislation to Reform State’s Badly Broken Pardons and Paroles Board
  8. Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces Settlement with Victims’ Families in Jimmy O’Neal Spencer Case
  9. VOCAL Calls for Reforms to the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles
  10. 2019 VOCAL Vigil - Honoring Our Past. Creating Hope for the Future

STATE CHAPTER

Director: Janette Grantham
Phone:  334-262-7197
E-Mail: jgrantham@vocalonline.org

EAST ALABAMA CHAPTER

President: Dianne Walden
Phone: 
E-Mail: vsodianewalden@yahoo.com

GULF COAST CHAPTER

President: Tracey Wilson Goens
Phone:  251-533-6832
E-Mail: tgoens15@gmail.com

RIVER REGION CHAPTER

President: Lester Ezekiel
Phone:  334-514-6862
E-Mail: lester.ezekiel@yahoo.com

SHOALS CHAPTER

President: Patsy Michael
Phone:  256-777-0482
E-Mail: patsymichael@charter.net

NORTH CENTRAL ALABAMA CHAPTER

President: Wilburn Beavers
Phone:  205-363-0444
E-Mail: choochoo1n@yahoo.com

Contact Us

Address

Physical Address:
422 South Court St
Montgomery, AL 36104-4102

Mailing Address:V.O.C.A.L.
P.O. Box 4449
Montgomery, AL 36103-4449

Phone

Work: 334-262-7197

Fax: 334-834-5645

Staff

Janette Grantham
State Director
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Cherquita Postell-Jones
Victims Advocate
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Brittany Rose
Victims Advocate
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Teaonna Watson
Counselor
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Miriam Shehane/Founder

V.O.C.A.L.

Physical Address:
422 South Court St
Montgomery, AL 36104-4102

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 4449
Montgomery, AL 36103-4449

Phone:
334-262-7197

Fax:
334-834-5645

Email:

Janette Grantham
State Director
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Cherquita Postell-Jones
Victims Advocate
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Brittany Rose
Victims Advocate
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Teaonna Watson
Counselor
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Miriam Shehane/Founder

Mission Statement

mission statement
VOCAL, Victims of Crime and Leniency, was organized in 1982 to create a more balanced system. Somewhere along the way, victim’s rights across the nation, for all practical purposes were non-existent. The same system that victims expected to protect them was hampered due to the aggressive efforts to ensure the rights of the offenders were protected. Vocal’s goal has been to balance the scales of justice by giving crime victims those same rights rather than eroding the rights of the offender.

V.O.C.A.L. Angel House advocates for victims’ rights and services for victims of violent crime, providing direct services to victims and their families, and providing public education and awareness. Our staff members are available to assist the family and loved ones of a homicide victim. Advocates assist survivors in communicating with Police, Attorney's General office, and Governor's Office and provide emotional and physical support throughout the course of your case. Advocates work closely with the staff in all phases of the Criminal Justice System. There are nearly 45,000 homicides annually in the United States. This effects between 150,000 and 200,000 relatives and other survivors. The trauma and grief experienced by survivors cause emotional scars that last a lifetime. We assist with Death Notification, Media Coverage, Funeral Arrangements, Victim's Compensation, Trial Attendance, Insurance Claims, Crime Scene Clean-up.