Closing Advanced Coursework Equity Gaps for All Students ReportJune 30, 2021 Closing Advanced Coursework Equity Gaps for All Students Even in high schools with similar levels of access to advanced coursework, Black, Latinx, and Indigenous students are less likely to be enrolled in advanced courses—and even when they are enrolled, they experience less success in these courses than their peers. Jun 30, 2021 Roby Chatterji, Neil Campbell, Abby Quirk
In Wake Of Tyre Nichols Verdict, States And Localities Must Act To End Racialized Violence During Traffic Stops In the NewsOctober 4, 2024 In Wake Of Tyre Nichols Verdict, States And Localities Must Act To End Racialized Violence During Traffic Stops In an op-ed published by Talking Points Memo, Rachael Eisenberg and William Roberts emphasize the need for systemic justice to curb racialized police violence during traffic stops. Oct 4, 2024 Talking Points Memo Rachael Eisenberg, William Roberts
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
A Holistic Approach to Environmental Justice VideoAugust 16, 2024 A Holistic Approach to Environmental Justice The Friendship House Association of American Indians is using Inflation Reduction Act funds to support the building of Village SF, an inter-Tribal community project that will help the more than 18,000 Indigenous peoples in the San Francisco Bay Area reconnect with nature, their culture, and their community. Aug 16, 2024 Margaret Cooney, Jeremy Hill, Hai-Lam Phan, 2 More Olivia Mowry, Lauren Vicary
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
What True Conservation Of The Pacific Remote Islands Involves In the NewsJuly 1, 2024 What True Conservation Of The Pacific Remote Islands Involves Angelo Villagomez and Steven Mana‘oakamai Johnson comment on how the proposed ocean sanctuary in the Pacific Remote Islands ignores the voices and rights of Indigenous peoples in an op-ed published by Honolulu Civil Beat. Jul 1, 2024 Honolulu Civil Beat Angelo Villagomez, Steven Manaoakamai Johnson
What Are Community Violence Intervention Programs? VideoJune 25, 2024 What Are Community Violence Intervention Programs? In this video, community violence intervention leaders explain how their approach to preventing gun violence can transform communities—one person at a time. Jun 25, 2024 Nick Wilson, Arnitta R. Holliman, Chandler Hall, 4 More Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo, Andrew Sonntag
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
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
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
Rural Communities Can Benefit From Infrastructure Funds—if Rollout Is Done Right ReportApril 24, 2024 Rural Communities Can Benefit From Infrastructure Funds—if Rollout Is Done Right The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s nearly $1.8 trillion marks a profound boost in infrastructure spending; but to make the most of new resources, the federal government must address communities’ wariness of projects because of past treatment. Apr 24, 2024 Grete Gansauer, Mark Haggerty
Securing Environmental Justice for All ReportMarch 25, 2024 Securing Environmental Justice for All The Biden administration has launched the most ambitious climate and environmental justice agenda in history to ensure that every community has clean air and water, can access living-wage jobs and affordable clean energy, and is protected from climate change threats. Mar 25, 2024 Cathleen Kelly, Michele Roberts, Rachel Chang
4 Ways the Department of Transportation Can Combat Racially Biased Police Traffic Enforcement ArticleMarch 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 VideoMarch 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 ArticleMarch 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
Fact Sheet: Using Modular Building To Increase Affordable Housing Stock Fact SheetMarch 13, 2024 Fact Sheet: Using Modular Building To Increase Affordable Housing Stock Modular building could reduce construction costs, making building new homes more affordable. Mar 13, 2024 Michela Zonta
‘Clean Up To Green Up’: Building a Clean Energy Workforce and a Brighter Future in Detroit VideoMarch 5, 2024 ‘Clean Up To Green Up’: Building a Clean Energy Workforce and a Brighter Future in Detroit The Green Door Initiative is using federal investments from President Joe Biden's Justice40 Initiative and the Inflation Reduction Act to ensure that all people—regardless of race, income, or ZIP code—have access to good jobs and live in safe and healthy communities. Mar 5, 2024 Margaret Cooney, Hannah Malus, Cathleen Kelly, 5 More Matthew Gossage, Toni Pandolfo, Jeremy Hill, Andrew Sonntag, Hai-Lam Phan
Community Violence Intervention: Juan Carter and Giffords Center for Violence Intervention VideoFebruary 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
Community Violence Intervention: Raymond Solorzano and Southern California Crossroads VideoFebruary 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
Increasing Affordable Housing Stock Through Modular Building ReportFebruary 6, 2024 Increasing Affordable Housing Stock Through Modular Building Modular building, if brought to scale, has the potential to reduce construction costs and make building new homes more affordable, especially in areas experiencing severe affordable housing shortages. Feb 6, 2024 Michela Zonta
Executive Summary: How Federal Investments in Safe Drinking Water Infrastructure Are Improving Public Health Fact SheetFebruary 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
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