BJA FY25 Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative

The Bureau of Justice Assistance is seeking applications for the Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative. This initiative aims to reduce violent crime and improve police-community relations through cross-sector enforcement, prevention, and intervention strategies. The initiative will provide funding to support law enforcement efforts to leverage active collaboration with communities through sustained partnerships and engagement. • The initiative will focus on community-based violence intervention and prevention strategies. • The funding will support law enforcement efforts to reduce violent crime and improve police-community relations. • The initiative will prioritize applications that demonstrate a strong partnership between law enforcement and community organizations. • The funding will be awarded through a competitive process, and applicants must demonstrate a clear understanding of the initiative's goals and objectives.