To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS), BJS has posted a new article that describes the survey?s history, which began before BJS was formally established! Learn more about the evolution of the NCVS to become the nation?s primary source of criminal victimization data.
The article also features reflections from former BJS directors on the relevance and importance of the survey.
This year marks the 50th year of NCVS data collection. Join BJS in the anniversary celebration event on September 27, 2023. Register now to attend in person in Washington, DC, or virtually.
The Bureau of Justice Statistics of the U.S. Department of Justice is the principal federal agency responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating reliable statistics on crime and criminal justice in the United States. Alexis R. Piquero, PhD, is the director.
For more information on BJS's publications, data collections, data analysis tools, and funding opportunities,?visit?bjs.ojp.gov.
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