When we understand the dynamics of violence,
We Can Create Safer Places to Work, Play, and Live
Featured Research Topics
Data-Driven Violence Prevention
By analyzing data from diverse sources and engaging with a wide range of perspectives, we ensure that our findings are reliable and comprehensive. This research serves as a foundation for meaningful change—offering the clarity needed to inform policies, guide interventions, and inspire hope.
Evidence-Based Policy Guidance
Good decisions are rooted in strong evidence. We develop recommendations and share our findings and insights with community leaders, lawmakers, and other change-makers so that they can create practical, effective policies to reduce violence in their communities.
Thoughtful Community Engagement
By working for and with community members and community-serving organizations, our research is strengthened and shared, communities are empowered, and resulting violence prevention strategies are more effective.
Practical Education and Training
We’re committed to advancing violence prevention through dynamic professional training and public education. Our programs and resources are designed to equip people with the knowledge, tools, and techniques needed to make a meaningful impact in their work and communities.
Latest Research
"Police Have More Standing" vs "I Don't Need the Cops to Stand In for Me"
Public Perspectives on Police-Initiated ERPO Petitions in California
About the ResearchFINDINGS IN BRIEFWhile nearly two-thirds (63.2%; n=2188) of survey respondents favored police-initiated petitions, write-in responses…
“Has this been tested? Who has it helped? Who has it hurt?"
Public perceptions about California’s extreme risk protection order law
About the ResearchFINDINGS IN BRIEFMost respondents (67.4%) reported having never heard of extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs). Further, almost one-third (…
Reduced Incidence of Arrest Following an Extreme Risk Protection Order Among Respondents in California
“Extreme risk protection orders are often talked about as a way to prevent suicide, but our findings show they may do more than that. People subject to these…
A scientific approach to safe, thriving communities.
At the Centers for Violence Prevention, we conduct innovative research and educate the public about the dynamics and prevention of violence. By pairing this research with community expertise, we can foster environments that are more equitable, just, and free from violence of all forms.
