Justice and Prevention

What We Do

Throughout our research and evaluation work, we partner with government, foundation, community-based, and other organizations to conduct rigorous studies, lead policy analyses, provide evidence-informed technical assistance, and develop solutions in the areas of school and community safety, public health, violence prevention, and justice systems.

We help community and school systems

• Address concerns about student and staff safety in our nation’s educational institutions
• Work to eliminate the deep injustices in juvenile and adult justice systems that reflect a long history of bias and racial discrimination by helping to better support victims, reduce recidivism, and foster rehabilitation and reintegration for those who have been involved in crimes
• Understand and access the right interventions and supports to prevent violence and substance misuse

Our Approach

A Focus on Evidence and Partnership

Our experts work with you to identify evidence and use data to inform decision-making. We conduct policy-relevant studies and incorporate a systems approach when providing technical assistance.

We work in partnership to ensure that our approach meets the identified needs of the communities we serve and that our efforts have a sustained positive impact.