Lawmakers press DOC on rising violence; DOC cites training, locks, tablets and parole body cameras Committee members highlighted a doubling of reported violent incidents and asked what DOC is doing to protect staff and incarcerated people. DOC described a violence‑reduction task force, de‑escalation training, lock policy changes, an inmate‑tablet procurement and a new body‑camera contract for parole agents.

Lawmakers are demanding answers from the Department of Corrections as reported violence in facilities has doubled, prompting urgent calls for new safety measures.

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#PA #CitizenPortal #ViolenceReduction #PublicSafety #InmateReform #PennsylvaniaCorrections

Rising prison violence and contraband spur DOC plans for tablets, body cams and training Lawmakers pressed DOC on a near‑doubling of serious incidents and growing synthetic‑drug contraband; DOC highlighted violence‑reduction initiatives—peer mentors, de‑escalation training, lighter locks—while advancing a vendor‑funded tablet rollout and a $2.1 million body‑camera contract for parole agents.

Rising prison violence and contraband have prompted urgent changes in Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections, including new training programs and the rollout of tablets for inmates.

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#PA #CitizenPortal #ViolenceReduction #PublicSafety #PennsylvaniaCorrections

"SDG16 is the canary in the coal mine of sustainable development—a barometer of institutional health, social trust, and national resilience."—Maggie Williams, Associate Director for SDG16+ with the @sdg16.plus at #NYUCIC, on the need to strengthen #ViolenceReduction and #AccessToJustice data.

Reed plans cameras, drones and a $10,000 signing incentive to bolster MPD Mayor Reed proposed new policing technology — tactical drones, license‑plate readers and facial recognition integrated into StarWatch — and a $10,000 signing incentive for recruits, framed as part of a broader violence‑reduction and reentry strategy.

Mayor Reed is shaking up public safety in Montgomery with a bold $10,000 incentive for new officers and cutting-edge technology like tactical drones and facial recognition tools!

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#MontgomeryCityMontgomeryCounty #AL #MontgomeryPublicSafety #ViolenceReduction

Community Leaders West Yorkshire (CLWY) recently teamed up with StreetGames UK to co-produce the Connected for Change event in Bradford, West Yorkshire.

"it genuinely felt like a reminder of why this work matters."

#collaborativeleadership
#ViolenceReduction
#Diversion

Urbana police report drop in shots-fired incidents; county sheriff gives separate update Urbana Police Department officials reported a 42% reduction in total shots-fired incidents in 2025 vs. 2024 and summarized community outreach programs; the Champaign County Sheriff's Office reported nine shooting incidents in 2025 (one injury) and zero so far in 2026.

Urbana Police report a remarkable 42% drop in shooting incidents from 2024 to 2025, thanks to strong community partnerships and proactive patrols.

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#UrbanaChampaignCounty #IL #ViolenceReduction #UrbanaCommunity #PublicSafety #CommunityPartnerships #CitizenPortal

ICYMI - The Future Isn't Waiting For violence prevention, now is not the time to play it safe

"This is the moment for state senators, representatives, mayors, commissioners — whoever holds power — to lean into populist energy that doesn’t just perform, but produces. Because right now, too many of us are fighting back in lowercase."
#gunviolenceawareness #CVI #violencereduction

Delaware County DA funds vacant-lot stabilization in Chester under Philadelphia LandCare model Council reviewed Resolution 133 to accept Delaware County District Attorney funding for a vacant-lot stabilization program using the Philadelphia LandCare model; staff said the initial award covers about 100,000 sq ft (roughly 50 lots) and will hire local contractors where possible.

Chester's council is set to transform vacant lots into vibrant green spaces, thanks to a new funding initiative from the Delaware County DA!

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#ChesterDelawareCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #ChesterVacantLots #CommunityStabilization #LocalGovAI #ViolenceReduction

Council reviews two violence-reduction contracts funded by BJA grants The Department of Neighborhoods asked council to authorize contracts with the Hospital Council of Northwest Ohio (up to $66,355) to coordinate the Violence Reduction Council and with the Roca Institute (up to $175,000 through Oct. 2027) to provide ReWire CBT training; staff cited domestic-violence data and preliminary outcome measures for ReWire.

Toledo City Council is taking bold steps to combat violence with new contracts aimed at reducing domestic violence and enhancing community safety.

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#ToledoLucasCounty #OH #CitizenPortal #DomesticViolence #ToledoPublicSafety #CommunityTraining #ViolenceReduction

Highlight 3: how are Violence Reduction Units making an impact? The Home Office’s latest report evaluates VRUs in their fifth year of funding. Read about it in the latest #CordisPulse. #ViolenceReduction #PublicSafety

"Going forward, we are determined to continue our efforts to show that effective violence reduction strategies truly work," said Esther Franco-Payne at today's SC2 gathering. #ViolenceReduction #SC2Gathering

The antidote to adversity is relational wealth.
#JamesDocherty #ViolenceReduction #ACEs #Trauma

#WestYorkshire #Community #CommunityVoice #CLWY #VRP #Bradford #Calderdale #Kirklees #Leeds #Wakefield #HaveYourSay #Police #PublicHealth #Council #Local #VAWG #SoWG #ViolenceReduction #Partnership #CommunityLeaders #Network #Networking

Post | Cordis Bright

Our evaluation of West Yorkshire’s Custody Diversion Programme shows positive outcomes for young people. Mentoring by lived experience caseworkers = real impact.
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#YouthJustice #ViolenceReduction #Mentoring

Former Drug Dealer Commends Community Efforts by 27 News A reformed drug dealer praises 27 News for positive community outreach and support.

A former drug dealer's inspiring transformation and support for the Group Violence Initiative highlights the power of community engagement in combating crime.

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#HarrisburgDauphin #PA #YouthOutreach #ViolenceReduction #CommunityEngagement #CitizenPortal #HarrisburgCommunity

Colorado establishes Tony Grampsas youth services grant program for crime prevention initiatives Colorado's new grant program funds community efforts to reduce youth crime and violence.

Colorado is stepping up to combat youth crime and violence with a groundbreaking new grant program aimed at empowering communities!

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#CO #ViolenceReduction #CitizenPortal #YouthCrimePrevention

"something so special and meaningful" - Roisin Keville

This April, marks 10 years of true impact at Royal London Hospital.
💛154 young lives supported this year alone
💛Re-admission rates reduced to 7%

stgilestrust.org.uk/royal-london...
#10YearsOfImpact #YouthSupport #ViolenceReduction

We’re not here for buzzwords or trendy programs. We’re here for what works. At the VRC, we use research to understand real-world impacts. For more, visit the VRC's research page at vrc.umd.edu/research
#ViolenceReduction #EvidenceBased

GVPanorama - What is Community Violence Intervention? Innovative CVI programs across the country have shown an encouraging success rate for curbing gun violence

Today’s GVPanorama is a collection of articles and videos that explore the innovative CVI concepts that have transformed GVP advocacy in the face of lax Federal gun legislation.
#communityviolenceintervention #CVI #gvp #gunviolenceawareness #violencereduction
@americanprogress.bsky.social

Graphic with text, "NEWSLETTER" behind center image of a city. The date "March 2025" at the bottom right and the Peace in Our Cities logo at the bottom left are displayed.

🌟 2025 is here, & @peaceinourcities.org is ready to continue our mission of reducing violence and building safer, more peaceful communities worldwide! 🌍

🙌 We’re excited to share new opportunities, resources, & events focused on #ViolenceReduction.

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The impact of drug-related law enforcement activity on serious violence and homicide RAND Europe's systematic review found that many drug-related law enforcement activities are more likely to increase violence, highlighting the need for more research and careful consideration of poten...

Increased police presence in drug hotspots might reduce violence, but the evidence to support this is limited. Our new research highlights the need to further investigate passive approaches & community relationships.
More in: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...

#ViolenceReduction #DrugPolicy

The impact of drug-related law enforcement activity on serious violence and homicide RAND Europe's systematic review found that many drug-related law enforcement activities are more likely to increase violence, highlighting the need for more research and careful consideration of poten...

Our latest study on the impact of drug-related law enforcement, commissioned by the UK Home Office, revealed that most tactics increase violence, but selective enforcement could reduce it. More research is needed to refine UK's drug policy

More in: www.rand.org/randeurope/r...

#ViolenceReduction

Powerful quote from a recent @unlockdrama.bsky.social #violencereduction project #knifecrime

Last week Ed Maguire shared insights on our research into Street Outreach conflict mediation strategies, highlighting the work of Cody Telep, Ericka Adams, our talented grad students, and the VRC team. The final results will be published by the end of the year.

#ViolenceReduction

Our final day at Spen valley today. Students highlighting in their reflections after our VR Headset input….

👉🏼 doing the right thing
👉🏼peer pressure
👉🏼mental and physical impact
👉🏼joint enterprise

#knifefree #mayorsfund #violencereduction

4 panelists sitting and listening to a speaker talking at a podium.

4 panelists sitting and listening to a speaker talking at a podium.

Close-up of a speaker holding a mike and standing in front of a podium and presentation slide with "SASA! Together" text on it.

Our team is currently in Nairobi, Kenya for a regional meeting of our #PeaceInOurCities network to discuss #urbanization + #ViolenceReduction.

We'll be sharing some key takeaways and inspiration from our speakers this week 🧵...

Tennessee Assembly passes gun violence reduction bills SB 585 and HB 566 Tennessee General Assembly enacts laws to address gun violence and funding for reduction efforts.

Tennessee lawmakers are making a bold move against gun violence with the introduction of House Bill 566, which promises to fund critical initiatives for safer communities.

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#TN #TennesseeGunViolence #PublicSafety #ViolenceReduction #CommunityEngagement #CitizenPortal

Reflecting on promising practice events

Thank you to everyone who attended the recent Promising Practice workshops as part of our work with London's #ViolenceReduction Unit. The rich discussions have helped our understanding of the priority areas where this project can support positive change for #TraumaInformed practice within #London.

Viewpoint: Noboa Seeks More Time to Curb Violence in Ecuador with Reelection Bid – GZERO ow.ly/LpkT50UW5IB #NoboaReelection #EcuadorElections #PoliticalNews #ViolenceReduction #EcuadorPolitics #Security #Governance #Ecuador