2023 Survey of DACA Recipients Highlights Economic Advancement, Continued Uncertainty Amid Legal Limbo ArticleMar 25, 2024 2023 Survey of DACA Recipients Highlights Economic Advancement, Continued Uncertainty Amid Legal Limbo Mar 25, 2024 Tom K. Wong, Ignacia Rodriguez Kmec, Diana Pliego, 4 More Karen Fierro Ruiz, Silva Mathema, Trinh Q. Truong, Rosa Barrientos-Ferrer
4 Ways the Department of Transportation Can Combat Racially Biased Police Traffic Enforcement ArticleMar 22, 2024 4 Ways the Department of Transportation Can Combat Racially Biased Police Traffic Enforcement Mar 22, 2024 Rachael Eisenberg, Daniel Bodah, Brandon Tucker, 1 More Brandon Tucker
Community Violence Intervention: James Timpson and Roca’s Use of CBT VideoMar 21, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: James Timpson and Roca’s Use of CBT Mar 21, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Hai-Lam Phan, 3 More Toni Pandolfo, Andrew Sonntag, Matthew Gossage
A Guide to the Application Process for U.S. Department of Justice Grants ArticleMar 20, 2024 A Guide to the Application Process for U.S. Department of Justice Grants Mar 20, 2024 Allie Preston
2023 Survey of DACA Recipients Highlights Economic Advancement, Continued Uncertainty Amid Legal Limbo ArticleMar 25, 2024 2023 Survey of DACA Recipients Highlights Economic Advancement, Continued Uncertainty Amid Legal Limbo The ninth annual survey of DACA recipients illustrates DACA’s role in empowering individuals and communities while strengthening the U.S. economy and highlights the need for a pathway to citizenship. Mar 25, 2024 Tom K. Wong, Ignacia Rodriguez Kmec, Diana Pliego, 4 More Karen Fierro Ruiz, Silva Mathema, Trinh Q. Truong, Rosa Barrientos-Ferrer
4 Ways the Department of Transportation Can Combat Racially Biased Police Traffic Enforcement ArticleMar 22, 2024 4 Ways the Department of Transportation Can Combat Racially Biased Police Traffic Enforcement The U.S. Department of Transportation has an opportunity to take swift and concrete steps to improve the physical and psychological safety of Black drivers on the nation’s roadways. Mar 22, 2024 Rachael Eisenberg, Daniel Bodah, Brandon Tucker, 1 More Brandon Tucker
Community Violence Intervention: James Timpson and Roca’s Use of CBT VideoMar 21, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: James Timpson and Roca’s Use of CBT James “JT” Timpson explains how the Roca Impact Institute uses a cognitive behavioral theory approach to empower individuals to de-escalate dangerous situations and make safer decisions. Mar 21, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Hai-Lam Phan, 3 More Toni Pandolfo, Andrew Sonntag, Matthew Gossage
A Guide to the Application Process for U.S. Department of Justice Grants ArticleMar 20, 2024 A Guide to the Application Process for U.S. Department of Justice Grants To ensure that federal investments support community-based approaches to safety, the Center for American Progress has developed a guide to support applicants as they apply for U.S. Department of Justice grants. Mar 20, 2024 Allie Preston
Community Violence Intervention: Juan Carter and Giffords Center for Violence Intervention VideoFeb 21, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Juan Carter and Giffords Center for Violence Intervention Juan Carter, outreach manager for the Giffords Center for Violence Intervention, explains how community violence intervention (CVI) programs take a holistic approach to public safety by investing in the long-term health and well-being of individuals affected by violence. Feb 21, 2024 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Hai-Lam Phan, 3 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, Matthew Gossage
Debunking the ‘Guns Make Us Safer’ Myth ReportFeb 12, 2024 Debunking the ‘Guns Make Us Safer’ Myth Despite arguments from the gun lobby and its allies, guns used for self-defense are not common, beneficial for society, or efficient in deterring mass shootings or criminal victimization. Feb 12, 2024 Allison Jordan, Chandler Hall, Devin Hughes
Point: America’s Murder Rate Dropped Historically — but Not in All States; Here’s Why In the NewsFeb 8, 2024 Point: America’s Murder Rate Dropped Historically — but Not in All States; Here’s Why Nick Wilson writes in "DC Journal" about the details of the recent drop in the U.S. homicide rate. Feb 8, 2024 DC Journal Nick Wilson
Community Violence Intervention: Raymond Solorzano and Southern California Crossroads VideoFeb 6, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Raymond Solorzano and Southern California Crossroads Pastor Raymond Solorzano shares how his message of hope for those affected by gun violence can help inspire a life free of violence. Feb 6, 2024 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Hai-Lam Phan, 4 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, Madalyn Reagan, Matthew Gossage
To Resolve the Humanitarian and Administrative Border Crisis, the U.S. Must Fix the Broken Asylum System, Help Stabilize the Western Hemisphere, and Provide Robust, Orderly Migration Pathways ArticleFeb 5, 2024 To Resolve the Humanitarian and Administrative Border Crisis, the U.S. Must Fix the Broken Asylum System, Help Stabilize the Western Hemisphere, and Provide Robust, Orderly Migration Pathways The just-released Senate border deal is a sincere, bipartisan attempt to create much needed order at the U.S.-Mexico border; release pressure on the broken asylum system, resource agencies, and communities; and provide other targeted solutions across the immigration system. However, to achieve and sustain order at the border, Congress must more boldly address what drives migration in the region and must create accessible lawful pathways that are an alternative to asylum. Feb 5, 2024 Patrick Gaspard, Debu Gandhi, Dan Restrepo
CAP Comments on the EPA’s Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements ArticleFeb 5, 2024 CAP Comments on the EPA’s Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements The Center for American Progress submitted a comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in response to the agency’s proposed improvements to the Lead and Copper Rule. Feb 5, 2024 Jill Rosenthal, Hailey Gibbs, Allie Schneider, 1 More Mariam Rashid
Executive Summary: How Federal Investments in Safe Drinking Water Infrastructure Are Improving Public Health Fact SheetFeb 5, 2024 Executive Summary: How Federal Investments in Safe Drinking Water Infrastructure Are Improving Public Health This fact sheet summarizes a recent Center for American Progress report highlighting the use of federal investments from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to replace dangerous lead service lines and advance public health among vulnerable communities. Feb 5, 2024 Jill Rosenthal, Allie Schneider, Hailey Gibbs, 1 More Mariam Rashid
How Federal Investments in Safe Drinking Water Infrastructure Are Improving Public Health ReportFeb 5, 2024 How Federal Investments in Safe Drinking Water Infrastructure Are Improving Public Health Pennsylvania and Wisconsin offer lessons for how states can remove lead service lines and protect community health by maximizing the unprecedented opportunity provided by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Feb 5, 2024 Jill Rosenthal, Allie Schneider, Hailey Gibbs, 1 More Mariam Rashid
Community Violence Intervention: Susan Lee and Chicago CRED VideoFeb 1, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Susan Lee and Chicago CRED Susan Lee, chief of strategy and policy at Chicago CRED, explains why gun violence is a modern-day civil rights issue and how community violence intervention (CVI) strategies must be part of any public safety strategy to address racial inequity and structural violence. Feb 1, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Hai-Lam Phan, 4 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo, Madalyn Reagan, Matthew Gossage
In 2023, Gun Violence Trended Down Across the Country ArticleJan 31, 2024 In 2023, Gun Violence Trended Down Across the Country Rates of U.S. gun violence decreased in 2023—but not all states and cities experienced equal public safety gains. Jan 31, 2024 Chandler Hall
DACA Recipients Bolster Social Security and Medicare ArticleJan 25, 2024 DACA Recipients Bolster Social Security and Medicare DACA recipients collectively earn nearly $27.9 billion and contribute nearly $2.1 billion to Social Security and Medicare each year, making the economy and their communities stronger. Jan 25, 2024 Trinh Q. Truong, Silva Mathema
Despite Barriers, DACA Entrepreneurs Contribute To Their Communities ReportJan 25, 2024 Despite Barriers, DACA Entrepreneurs Contribute To Their Communities DACA has empowered its recipients to pursue entrepreneurship and continue helping their families, their communities, and the U.S. economy in the face of significant barriers. Jan 25, 2024 Rosa Barrientos-Ferrer, Silva Mathema, Trinh Q. Truong
Long-Term Solutions to the Overincarceration of People With Mental Health Disabilities ReportJan 11, 2024 Long-Term Solutions to the Overincarceration of People With Mental Health Disabilities Policymakers must focus on long-term structural changes in order to reduce the negative interactions of people with mental health disabilities with police. Jan 11, 2024 Mia Ives-Rublee, Christina Stafford
Community Violence Intervention: Denise Villamil and Southern California Crossroads VideoJan 3, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Denise Villamil and Southern California Crossroads Denise Villamil, executive director of Southern California Crossroads, discusses how her own lived experience in a community with fewer opportunities has informed her holistic approach to community violence intervention. Jan 3, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Matthew Gossage, 4 More Hai-Lam Phan, Madalyn Reagan, Toni Pandolfo, Ala Al Sadi
Debunking CVI Myths: CVI Is Only Street Outreach VideoDec 21, 2023 Debunking CVI Myths: CVI Is Only Street Outreach In this video, Susan Lee, chief of strategy and policy at Chicago CRED, shares how community violence intervention work has evolved over time to provide more holistic and evidence-based approaches to violence prevention. Dec 21, 2023 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Arnitta R. Holliman, 3 More Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
Debunking CVI Myths: Frontline Workers Are Not Professionals VideoDec 21, 2023 Debunking CVI Myths: Frontline Workers Are Not Professionals In this video, community violence intervention leaders Juan Carter, Melvyn Hayward, and Susan Lee push back on common misconceptions about frontline workers and discuss the unique expertise required to do this lifesaving work effectively. Dec 21, 2023 Chandler Hall, Nick Wilson, Arnitta R. Holliman, 3 More Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo
Fact Sheet: Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls Fact SheetDec 13, 2023 Fact Sheet: Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls Cities nationwide are using three principal models to effectively dispatch community responder teams. Dec 13, 2023 Amos Irwin, Rachael Eisenberg
Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls ReportDec 13, 2023 Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls This report compares three principal models that cities are using to dispatch community responder teams, answers frequently asked questions, and shares lessons learned. Dec 13, 2023 Amos Irwin, Rachael Eisenberg
Community Violence Intervention: Juan Avila and Garden Pathways VideoDec 12, 2023 Community Violence Intervention: Juan Avila and Garden Pathways Juan Avila, chief operating officer at Garden Pathways, recounts the impact mentoring made on the life of one participant in a life-or-death situation. Dec 12, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Matthew Gossage, 5 More Hai-Lam Phan, Madalyn Reagan, Ronnie Rivera, Ashley Joo, Ala Al Sadi
9th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit Past EventDec 5, 2023 9th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit Join CAP for a summit featuring speeches and discussions by leading advocates of the gun violence prevention movement. Dec 5, 2023 Nick Wilson, Rep. Joaquin Castro, Gregory Jackson Jr., 31 More Rob Wilcox, Rep. Lucy McBath, Aswad Thomas, Oronde McClain, Ben Conarck, Jim MacMillan, Jennifer Mascia, Chee’Tara Alexander, Gretta Gardner, Esq., Sandra Pilgrim-Lewis, Tiffany Garner, Darrell Anderson, Chris Edge, Mia Tretta, Dr. Joseph Richardson, Garnell Whitfield Jr., Arnitta R. Holliman, Vincent Schiraldi, Aalayah Eastmond, Trevon Bosley, Brande Thompson, LCPC, Lisa Geller, Traci Kurtzer, Reggie Moore, Lydia Watts, Esq., Fernando Rejón, Toni K. Rivera, Maiya Shackelford, Chandler Hall, Brandon Wolf, Rep. Maxwell Frost
9th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit (Online) Past EventDec 5, 2023 9th Annual National Gun Violence Prevention Summit (Online) Join CAP for a summit featuring speeches and discussions by leading advocates of the gun violence prevention movement. Dec 5, 2023
We Cannot Rely on the Supreme Court to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors In the NewsNov 10, 2023 We Cannot Rely on the Supreme Court to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors In an op-ed for DC Journal, Sabrina Talukder and Nick Wilson examine the real-life impacts of the U.S. Supreme Court’s impending decision in United States v. Rahimi. Nov 10, 2023 DC Journal Sabrina Talukder, Nick Wilson
The Recent COVID-Fueled Rise in Disability Calls for Better Worker Protections ArticleOct 26, 2023 The Recent COVID-Fueled Rise in Disability Calls for Better Worker Protections Policymakers must take steps to address the recent rise in disability, which has been fueled by long COVID. Oct 26, 2023 Mia Ives-Rublee, Anona Neal
2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Past EventOct 25, 2023 2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Join the Center for American Progress as we celebrate 20 years of innovative policy solutions and look boldly forward to a progressive future. Oct 25, 2023
From the Front Lines: Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs Give Gun Violence Survivors Opportunities To Thrive VideoOct 19, 2023 From the Front Lines: Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs Give Gun Violence Survivors Opportunities To Thrive Chris Edge, a survivor-advocate from Washington, D.C., shares his story of triumph and why he credits a hospital-based violence intervention program with helping him become a leader in his community. Oct 19, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Hai-Lam Phan, 4 More Matthew Gossage, Ashley Joo, Ronnie Rivera, Ala Al Sadi
The Biden Administration’s Policy Wins Are Creating Opportunities and Building Equity Across the Board for Latinos ArticleOct 13, 2023 The Biden Administration’s Policy Wins Are Creating Opportunities and Building Equity Across the Board for Latinos The Biden administration’s historic investments support Latinos and have advanced racial equity for all Americans. Oct 13, 2023 Gaby Blanco, Rafael Medina, Mariam Rashid
What Does Community Violence Intervention Mean? Hear From People on the Front Lines of Preventing Gun Violence VideoOct 6, 2023 What Does Community Violence Intervention Mean? Hear From People on the Front Lines of Preventing Gun Violence Community violence intervention workers from across the United States explain and reflect on their work in preventing violence in their communities. Oct 6, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Tymoni Correa-Buntley, 6 More Audrey Smith, Matthew Gossage, Ashley Joo, Hai-Lam Phan, Ronnie Rivera, Ala Al Sadi
Opinion: A smart and humane answer on immigration Opinion: A smart and humane answer on immigration Tom Jawetz and researchers from Texas A&M and the University of Virginia argue that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations may decrease some of the push factors that are causing Venezuelans and others to come to the United States. Oct 5, 2023 CNN Ben Helms, David Leblang, Tom Jawetz
From the Front Lines: Chicago CRED’s Effort To Stop Gun Violence VideoSep 26, 2023 From the Front Lines: Chicago CRED’s Effort To Stop Gun Violence Melvyn Hayward of Chicago CRED shares how life experiences led him to work toward ending gun violence in his community. Sep 26, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Tymoni Correa-Buntley, 4 More Audrey Smith, Matthew Gossage, Ashley Joo, Hai-Lam Phan
Executive Summary: A Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach to Tackling the Opioid Crisis Fact SheetSep 21, 2023 Executive Summary: A Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach to Tackling the Opioid Crisis This fact sheet summarizes a recent Center for American Progress report outlining the need for a whole-of-government, society-wide approach to addressing the complex challenges posed by the opioid overdose epidemic. Sep 21, 2023 Trinh Q. Truong, Debu Gandhi, Jill Rosenthal, 5 More Marquisha Johns, Mariam Rashid, Dan Restrepo, Akua Amaning, Cleo Bluthenthal
Toolkit: Submitting Comments in Support of HHS Rule To Improve Medical Equipment Accessibility ReportSep 21, 2023 Toolkit: Submitting Comments in Support of HHS Rule To Improve Medical Equipment Accessibility This toolkit provides guidance for reproductive rights and disability rights organizations and others who seek to submit a comment on the Biden administration’s proposed rule on Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Sep 21, 2023
Tackling the Opioid Crisis Requires a Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach ReportSep 20, 2023 Tackling the Opioid Crisis Requires a Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach The opioid epidemic is a complex public health crisis that can be ameliorated by addressing root causes of drug use; expanding access to treatment and harm reduction strategies; and reducing the supply of illicit opioids entering the United States. Sep 20, 2023 Trinh Q. Truong, Debu Gandhi, Jill Rosenthal, 5 More Marquisha Johns, Mariam Rashid, Dan Restrepo, Akua Amaning, Cleo Bluthenthal
Disarm Hate: A Summary of Key Challenges and Solutions Fact SheetSep 13, 2023 Disarm Hate: A Summary of Key Challenges and Solutions This fact sheet summarizes a recent Center for American Progress report on how the Disarm Hate Act can prevent hate-fueled gun violence in the United States. Sep 13, 2023 Allison Jordan
The Disarm Hate Act Would Help Prevent Hate-Motivated Gun Violence ReportSep 13, 2023 The Disarm Hate Act Would Help Prevent Hate-Motivated Gun Violence To respond to the United States’ rising tide of violent hate crimes and prevent them before they happen, Congress should pass the Disarm Hate Act into law. Sep 13, 2023 Allison Jordan
Last of the Lions: An African American Journey in Memoir Past EventSep 6, 2023 Last of the Lions: An African American Journey in Memoir Please join the Center for American Progress for a conversation with Clarence B. Jones. Sep 6, 2023
Getting To Know the Healthy Families Act ArticleSep 5, 2023 Getting To Know the Healthy Families Act The Healthy Families Act would finally guarantee paid sick leave for employees in the United States, bolstering public health and the U.S. economy. Sep 5, 2023 Molly Weston Williamson
Why We Fight: Gun Violence Survivors Share Their Stories VideoAug 21, 2023 Why We Fight: Gun Violence Survivors Share Their Stories Survivors and parents of gun violence victims share their stories and how they turned their loss into strength by fighting to end gun violence in America. Aug 21, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Andrew Sonntag, 1 More Hai-Lam Phan
Transforming the Economy: Forging Black Economic Power Across America Past EventAug 14, 2023 Transforming the Economy: Forging Black Economic Power Across America Join the Center for American Progress and the National Partnership of Women & Families on Martha’s Vineyard for a moderated panel which explores new ways to promote economic opportunity in Black communities. Aug 14, 2023 Patrick Gaspard, Shalanda Young, Frank Scott, Jr., 4 More Kelly Burton, Angela Hanks, Jonathan Capehart, Jocelyn Frye
The Disproportionate Burden of Eviction on Black Women ReportAug 14, 2023 The Disproportionate Burden of Eviction on Black Women The United States continues to face an eviction crisis that has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and that disproportionately affects communities of color, particularly Black women. Aug 14, 2023 Cleo Bluthenthal
The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, 1 Year Later ReportAug 10, 2023 The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, 1 Year Later The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the first major federal gun safety bill passed in nearly 30 years, has closed gun law loopholes and implemented new gun violence prevention policies, as well as made significant investments in school and community safety that are saving lives. Aug 10, 2023 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Allison Jordan
Practical Solutions To Assist Cities and States Receiving Asylum-Seekers Across the U.S. ReportAug 9, 2023 Practical Solutions To Assist Cities and States Receiving Asylum-Seekers Across the U.S. The uncoordinated busing and relocation of migrants and asylum-seekers poses various challenges to receiving cities and states across the country; but practical solutions at the local, state, and federal levels can turn these challenges into opportunities. Aug 9, 2023 Zefitret Abera Molla
The Case for Cash Bail Reform Fact SheetAug 9, 2023 The Case for Cash Bail Reform Cash bail reform is a critical step to ensuring a safe and equitable pretrial process. Aug 9, 2023 Allie Preston
In Their Own Words: Talking to Gun Violence Survivors VideoJul 20, 2023 In Their Own Words: Talking to Gun Violence Survivors Survivors and family members of gun violence victims share their deeply personal experiences to guide others on how to create space, listen, and support survivors of gun violence. Jul 20, 2023 Nick Wilson, Tymoni Correa-Buntley, Andrew Sonntag, 3 More Ala Al Sadi, Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo
The Supreme Court just legalized LGBTQI+ discrimination — it’s time for Congress to step in In the NewsJul 5, 2023 The Supreme Court just legalized LGBTQI+ discrimination — it’s time for Congress to step in J. Egler writes about nondiscrimination protections Congress can pursue for the LGBTQI+ community following the Supreme Court's ruling in 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis. Jul 5, 2023 The Hill J. Egler