The Trump Administration’s Unprecedented Cuts to DOJ Grants Undermine Public Safety ArticleMay 5, 2025 The Trump Administration’s Unprecedented Cuts to DOJ Grants Undermine Public Safety Sweeping cuts to federal investments put critical government and community-based safety programs and initiatives at risk. May 5, 2025 Akua Amaning, Allie Preston
3 Reasons Charitable Bail Funds Are Safer, More Just, and More Beneficial to Communities Than Commercial Bail Companies ReportApril 21, 2025 3 Reasons Charitable Bail Funds Are Safer, More Just, and More Beneficial to Communities Than Commercial Bail Companies States and localities should protect the operation of charitable bail funds who are facing attempts from the commercial bail industry to restrict their operations nationwide. Apr 21, 2025 Allie Preston
How DC’s Local Leaders Are Keeping Residents Safe ReportApril 2, 2025 How DC’s Local Leaders Are Keeping Residents Safe Washington, D.C., is seeing results from its efforts to address the public safety challenges it faces, but interference from federal lawmakers is threatening to undo progress. Apr 2, 2025 Allie Preston, Chandler Hall, Rachael Eisenberg
Effective Public Safety Messaging Strategies for Local Leaders Past EventApril 1, 2025 Effective Public Safety Messaging Strategies for Local Leaders Join the Center for American Progress for an event with public safety and communications leaders about effective messaging on public safety and challenges in communicating crime data to the public. Center for American Progress | Online Apr 1, 2025
Effective Public Safety Messaging Strategies for Local Leaders Convening Past EventApril 1, 2025 Effective Public Safety Messaging Strategies for Local Leaders Convening Join the Center for American Progress for an event with public safety and communications leaders about effective messaging on public safety and challenges in communicating crime data to the public. Center for American Progress | Online Apr 1, 2025
International Program Demonstrates How Centering Human Dignity in Reentry Improves Public Safety ArticleMarch 17, 2025 International Program Demonstrates How Centering Human Dignity in Reentry Improves Public Safety In Brazil, a prison-based reentry program known as APAC centers human dignity in its efforts to reintegrate individuals fully back into society, serving as a model that U.S. leaders and policymakers alike should consider expanding to improve reentry and public safety outcomes. Mar 17, 2025 Akua Amaning
Expanding Access to Basic Reentry Services Will Improve Health, Well-Being, and Public Safety ReportOctober 29, 2024 Expanding Access to Basic Reentry Services Will Improve Health, Well-Being, and Public Safety Improving access to health care for individuals rejoining their communities after incarceration is a critical strategy for reducing crime, improving community health, and bettering overall public safety. Oct 29, 2024 Anuja Gore, Akua Amaning
Prosecutors Improving Safety Through More Effective Accountability VideoSeptember 30, 2024 Prosecutors Improving Safety Through More Effective Accountability Ramsey County District Attorney John Choi describes how his office is collaborating with law enforcement and community members to improve public safety. Sep 30, 2024 Lindsey McLendon, Rachael Eisenberg, Hai-Lam Phan, 1 More Toni Pandolfo
Progressive Prosecutors Were Not Responsible for Increases in Violent or Property Crime Before, During, or After the COVID-19 Pandemic ArticleSeptember 30, 2024 Progressive Prosecutors Were Not Responsible for Increases in Violent or Property Crime Before, During, or After the COVID-19 Pandemic A newly released report finds no evidence that prosecutors of any type are responsible for increases in crimes in their jurisdictions, concluding instead that hyperlocal social, environmental, and economic conditions are much more likely to drive crime trends. Sep 30, 2024 Lindsey McLendon
East Baton Rouge Parish Puts Peace Over Everything When Improving Public Safety VideoSeptember 27, 2024 East Baton Rouge Parish Puts Peace Over Everything When Improving Public Safety Leaders in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, are working together with community partners to take an ecosystem approach to addressing violence and make their community safer. Sep 27, 2024 Rachael Eisenberg, Arnitta R. Holliman, Matthew Gossage, 1 More Hai-Lam Phan
Illinois Continues To Lead Nation With Pretrial Policies That Center Safety and Justice Fact SheetSeptember 17, 2024 Illinois Continues To Lead Nation With Pretrial Policies That Center Safety and Justice With the implementation of the Pretrial Success Act in 2025, Illinois will move another step closer to true pretrial justice by expanding access to vital community-based services. Sep 17, 2024 Allie Preston, Anuja Gore
Sonya Massey’s Memory Should Spur Federal Action To Meaningfully Change Policing ArticleJuly 31, 2024 Sonya Massey’s Memory Should Spur Federal Action To Meaningfully Change Policing The killing of Sonya Massey at the hands of police should motivate federal policymakers to finally take action that will create real accountability and deliver lasting safety for people of color. Jul 31, 2024 Rachael Eisenberg
Project 2025 Compels Local Prosecutors To Enforce Extreme Right-Wing Laws ArticleJuly 16, 2024 Project 2025 Compels Local Prosecutors To Enforce Extreme Right-Wing Laws Project 2025 seeks to impose a right-wing policy agenda by threatening federal legal action against local officials who refuse to enforce abortion bans. Jul 16, 2024 Lindsey McLendon
Montgomery Leaders Reduce Violence by Investing in Community-Led Safety Strategies VideoJune 19, 2024 Montgomery Leaders Reduce Violence by Investing in Community-Led Safety Strategies Montgomery leadership is focused on making the city safer by building community partnerships. Jun 19, 2024 Rachael Eisenberg, Arnitta R. Holliman, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Toni Pandolfo, Matthew Gossage
Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls VideoJune 13, 2024 Dispatching Community Responders to 911 Calls This video compares three principal models cities are using for community responder dispatch and shares lessons learned from successful programs in Atlanta, Denver, and Austin, Texas. Jun 13, 2024 Rachael Eisenberg, Amos Irwin, Freya Rigterink, 3 More Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo
CAP and Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Author Letter to National Institute of Justice Addressing Use of AI in the Criminal Justice System ArticleMay 30, 2024 CAP and Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Author Letter to National Institute of Justice Addressing Use of AI in the Criminal Justice System The Center for American Progress and Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law co-authored a sign-on letter to the National Institute of Justice that addresses law enforcement’s use of artificial intelligence and outlines recommendations. May 30, 2024 Hauwa Ahmed, Quinn Anex-Ries
Community Violence Intervention: Sustainable Funding for Generational Work VideoMay 23, 2024 Community Violence Intervention: Sustainable Funding for Generational Work In this video, community violence intervention leaders Juan Avila, Denise Villamil, Melvyn Hayward, Susan Lee, and Chris Edge discuss how long-term investments in CVI programs can have long-term benefits. May 23, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Matthew Gossage, 3 More Toni Pandolfo, Hai-Lam Phan, Andrew Sonntag
Improving Safety Through Better Accountability and Prevention: Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson VideoMay 16, 2024 Improving Safety Through Better Accountability and Prevention: Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson describes the city’s approach to crime reduction and public safety. May 16, 2024 Lindsey McLendon, Jerry Parshall, Matthew Gossage, 2 More Toni Pandolfo, Hai-Lam Phan
Executive Summary: Improving Public Safety Through Better Accountability and Prevention Fact SheetMay 16, 2024 Executive Summary: Improving Public Safety Through Better Accountability and Prevention This fact sheet summarizes a Center for American Progress report highlighting ways to build lasting public safety through more effective and targeted accountability and greater investments in proven prevention strategies. May 16, 2024 Lindsey McLendon, Rachael Eisenberg, Nick Wilson
Improving Public Safety Through Better Accountability and Prevention ReportMay 16, 2024 Improving Public Safety Through Better Accountability and Prevention Improving public safety requires a comprehensive set of accountability and prevention strategies that seek to change behavior while addressing the conditions giving rise to crime. May 16, 2024 Lindsey McLendon, Rachael Eisenberg, Nick Wilson
The Pretrial Fairness Act: Why It Is Needed and How It Will Improve Pretrial Safety and Justice in Illinois ReportMay 9, 2024 The Pretrial Fairness Act: Why It Is Needed and How It Will Improve Pretrial Safety and Justice in Illinois The implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act has ushered in a new pretrial process, marking an important step toward making Illinois’ system safer and more equitable. May 9, 2024 Allie Preston
Community Violence Intervention Success Stories VideoMay 2, 2024 Community Violence Intervention Success Stories In this video, community violence intervention leaders Raymond Solorzano, Denise Villamil, and James Timpson share examples of what success looks like in their efforts to reduce gun violence. May 2, 2024 Nick Wilson, Chandler Hall, Matthew Gossage, 3 More Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo, Andrew Sonntag
Film Screening: ‘The 50’ Past EventApril 30, 2024 Film Screening: ‘The 50’ A documentary film about a groundbreaking mental health program in a California prison, told by the program’s first 50 participants. The film will be followed by a discussion with the film's director and subjects. CAP Online | After registering, stream "The 50" during this timeframe: Apr 30, 2024
Film Screening: ‘The 50’ (Online) Past EventApril 30, 2024 Film Screening: ‘The 50’ (Online) A documentary film about a groundbreaking mental health program in a California prison, told by the program’s first 50 participants. The film will be followed by a discussion with the film's director and subjects. CAP Online | Stream "The 50" on this webpage during this timeframe: Apr 30, 2024