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Conflict Resolution: How to Interrupt Cycles of Community Violence

Hear from Terrance Staley, the Executive Director of the Alliance of Concerned Men as he speaks about community violence intervention, and specifically, how the Alliance of Concerned Men in Washington, D.C., is working to prevent and address violence in the community.

Veterans Treatment Courts

Veterans treatment courts are dedicated courts for individuals that have been diagnosed with substance use, mental health or co-occurring disorders and where there is a nexus between the veteran’s offending behavior and their military service. These judicially supervised criminal courts aim to reduce recidivism, increase access to treatment and recovery support and prevent overdoses.

OJJDP News @ a Glance October 2024

The October newsletter highlights OJJDP’s celebration of Youth Justice Action Month, recipients of the Office’s Title II Formula Grants in Ohio and Rhode Island, and a panel discussion about the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act featuring Administrator Liz Ryan and eight former OJJDP administrators.

A Brief History of the Victims of Crime Act

Follow the 40-year journey of the Victims of Crime Act and its transformative impact on supporting crime victims across America.  Learn how this landmark legislation created the Crime Victims Fund and revolutionized victim services at the federal, state and local levels.

Readout of OJP and White House Community Violence Intervention Announcements

Acting Assistant Attorney General Brent J. Cohen headlined an event in Seattle commemorating the two-year anniversary of the launch of OJP’s Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative.

Grant Application Resource Guide

This resource contains information to help you prepare and submit applications for OJP funding and offers guidance on award administration.

Learn about JustGrants, DOJ's Grants Management System

Access information about JustGrants, including news updates, resources and training opportunities for applicants and recipients of DOJ grant awards, and other forms of federal financial assistance.