Community Violence Intervention Programs
Compiles key takeaways and resources on building narrative strategies to transform juvenile probation, offered during a webinar on Revolutionizing Probation from Punishment to Community-Led Safety, Part I.
From the R Street Institute: “Juvenile crime has captured headlines and consumed policymaking conversations in recent months. In fact, say six out of 10 major city mayors say juvenile crime is a problem in their city. But despite the temptation to “get tough” on all children who run afoul of the law, the research is clear: Harsher punishments, trying youth…
From the Introduction: “Following a 2024 County Council request, the Pierce County Performance Audit Committee contracted with the CoLab for Community and Behavioral Health Policy at the University of Washington to conduct an audit of the county’s juvenile justice system against national and research best practice. The assessment is intended to guide future county investments…
This article from Urban Science offers findings from a successful gun crime reduction program called Advance Peace Sacramento and also provides information on a model program for urban public safety for other jurisdictions to adopt. Abstract: “Urban gun violence is a critical human health and social justice issue. Strategies to reduce urban gun violence are…
