Community Violence Intervention

“We need to invest in mental health and substance use treatment services, crisis responders, and social workers to reduce the burden on police officers and prevent violent crime. We need to expand community violence interventions – led by trusted messengers breaking the cycle of violence and trauma.”

July 22, 2022 By mattferner
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“The strongest predictor of future victimization is having been a victim in the past. [Yet,] one out of three victims receives no help after a crime.”

July 22, 2022 By mattferner
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NEW POLL: Americans Support Spending American Rescue Act Funds on Community Violence Intervention, See Violence Interrupters As Key To Reducing Gun Violence

September 8, 2021 By mattferner
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“School-based violence intervention program shows promise.”

March 23, 2002 By mattferner
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