Victim Support Act (VSA)
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Art. 31 Training
1 The Confederation shall provide financial assistance to promote the specialist training of staff at counselling centres and of those responsible for victim support. 2 It shall take account of the special needs of certain categories of victims, in particular the needs of minors who are victims of sexual offences.
Art. 32 Extraordinary events
1 If a canton incurs particularly high expenses as a result of extraordinary events, the Confederation may make compensatory payments to the canton concerned. 2 In the case of extraordinary events, the Confederation shall coordinate the activities of the counselling centres and the competent cantonal authorities in cooperation with the cantons to the extent required.
Art. 33 Evaluation
The Federal Council shall ensure that the effectiveness, appropriateness and financial viability of the measures under this Act are regularly reviewed.