Gun violence is reportedly happening at levels many cities have not seen in decades. But in response to these reports of rising gun violence, many city leaders are turning to “tough on crime” approaches. Here are 5 ways to reduce gun violence:
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Lindsey Cramer
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Researcher in 's Justice Policy Center focusing on fathers, children, and families impacted by the justice system. All opinions are mine.
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Join us today at 2pm ET to hear about key strategies for reducing youth gun and group violence registration.iir.com/OJJDP/Webinar/ and read more about our recommendations:
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Since 2017, 's Harlem FamilyWorks has worked with families impacted by incarceration to build resiliency, provide supports & strengthen ties. Our latest blog takes a look at 's assessment of the program so far:
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The recently conducted an evaluation of Osborne's Harlem FamilyWorks (HFW) program. We thank the Urban Institute for sharing HFW's staff and participant feedback.
Read the full report on their website:
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Funding alert: will award up to 35 grants to local nonprofits for using data to improve community conditions shaped by structural racism. Spread the word and register to apply by April 20.
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📢Deadline extended! Microsoft JRI Catalyst Grant applications now due February 25 at 8pm ET. Resources and more details on how to apply at catalystapplications.urban.org.
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Funding opportunity for local nonprofit organizations looking to help reduce racial and ethnic disparities in the justice system. Applications due February 18 @ 8pm ET.
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.@Microsoft’s Justice Reform Initiative & @UrbanInstitute are funding another round of Catalyst Grantees!
If you’re a nonprofit working on front-end justice reform with data + tech, check out the request for proposals. urbn.is/3GeDhsV
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In partnership with , , & experts in the field, is excited to release a series of publications on effectively implementing youth gun and group violence reduction strategies.
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New guide outlines research-based practices to reduce youth gun and gang/group violence. Be sure to check out the national scan of practice that examined how 14 gun violence intervention programs around the nation operate
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Looking forward to partnering with local organizations to use data and technology to advance racial equity in the justice system. Check out the RFP and more information here: urbn.is/3GeDhsV
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Thread: Proud to announce the launch of another RFP to join the Catalyst Grant Program, our collaboration with @Microsoft’s Justice Reform Initiative.
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A great example of cross-agency collaboration that served children impacted by substance use disorder in Warren County, Ohio. (Also proud of this work happening in my home state!) New report with .
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It was great presenting with at the conference on our evaluation of the FACT parenting program! Check out our full report for more findings:
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Exciting new insights on how parents' perceptions changed after receiving parenting, relationship, and economic stability services from
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Honored to be part of this podcast!
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Listen to the Judge AW Center's powerful podcast about the impact of incarceration on children and families soundcloud.com/pojpodcast/imp The Center works tirelessly to put an end to mass incarceration and promote racial equality.
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From Susan Nembhard & : "Declaring racism a public health issue is an important step to bringing systemic disparities to the forefront." #sdoh urbn.is/3lzyTut
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New @UrbanInstitue brief explores survey results from fathers participating in #ResponsibleFatherhood program designed to deliver parenting, relationship, & economic stability workshops in Contra Costa County, CA.
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Susan Nembhard & I wrote about how the public cannot continue to focus solely on "violence," if it cares to protect Black lives.
Invest in Black Lives to Protect Black Lives: How the Public Sector Can Reduce Crime and Victimization: urbn.is/2OewGp6 via
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"Why it's time to upend the false narrative of blind justice" by our Leader in Residence . "The time has come to hold the system & its actors responsible for the countlessly inequitable & inhumane decisions made in the name of justice."
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One immediate way to protect people in prison & prevent the spread of the coronavirus: substantially reduce the prison population, writes . urbn.is/2A4bheS
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Enjoyed this on my walk today... colleagues, including , reflect on what they’re reading in this moment.
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Looking forward to the Bay Area Children of Incarcerated Parents Partnership & 's discussion on June 3 at 2pm EST about the effect of COVID-19 on children with incarcerated parents. Register at bit.ly/CDFCAandBACIPP #SeeUsSupportUs
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. & : Young people at high risk of justice system involvement "were among the most likely to be left behind in past employment crises."
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Let’s be honest, if it wasn’t for the razor wire in the distance, you would think we were visiting an elementary school and not a prison this morning. So excited to unveil the new and improved family friendly visiting center at Cybulski #familyreunification
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Visiting loved ones at Oahu Community Correctional Center are "separated by an inches-thick plexiglass window. Squeezed into a tight cubby, they talk through a phone receiver over other visitors shouting to be heard…” Via for
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The 's Prison Research and Innovation Network will serve as a community of practice for states working to use research and data to inspire much needed improvements in prison environments. urbn.is/2LRREea #TransformPrison
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Families hoping to visit incarcerated loved ones for the holidays face barriers including traveling long distances, restrictive policies, & high costs. 's professor shares more. #TransformPrison
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"If incarcerated parents have that continued contact ...they're less likely to have incidents of misconduct on the inside, they're less likely to recidivate once they're released....it can help mitigate the trauma a child experiences"
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.: When incarcerated parents can keep in touch with their kids, "it can help mitigate the trauma a child experiences when a parent is incarcerated." (via )
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WATCH: New video offers practical strategies probation practitioners can implement to improve outcomes for youth involved with the #juvenilejustice system.
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What researchers , , Erica Henderson, and learned from evaluating how the Queens Family Justice Center is working to help polyvictims heal
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Urban researchers developed an interactive version of the First Step Act's risk assessment tool, which can lead to early release from prison: (cc )
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Awesome Guide on Model Practices for Dads in Prisons and Jails
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More than 5 million children have experienced parental incarceration at some point during their lives. How can prisons & jails help ensure kids can cultivate and maintain relationships with parents who are incarcerated? urbn.is/2LRNSRe #TransformPrison
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What researchers learned from evaluating the largest and most comprehensive effort ever undertaken to tackle police-community relations in the United States → urbn.is/NationalInitia
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More than 5 million children have experienced parental incarceration at some point in their lives. How can prisons & jails help ensure kids can cultivate & maintain relationships with their incarcerated parents? New report: urbn.is/2LRNSRe
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Join and on July 25th for a live webinar on the impacts of parental incarceration on children and families. Register here: register.gotowebinar.com/register/85503
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How can prisons and jails help families stay connected while a loved one is incarcerated? Check out this new comprehensive guide to find out! urban.org/research/publi Thanks to a great team of experts for collaborating with Urban on this important work!
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What can we learn from evaluations of 3 NYC programs for justice-involved youth? More in latest brief urbn.is/2XiVlvz
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With funding from , we're launching the Prison Research & Innovation Initiative to transform America’s prisons through data & evidence. #UrbanNext50 urbn.is/2WEep7i
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