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Friend,
Today, Community Justice launched our inaugural City Violence Prevention Index (VPI) and scorecard [[link removed]] , the first and only national assessment of local programs, services, and policies that work together to effectively reduce gun and other forms of violence. These strategies and policies are evidence-based, community-based, and driven by a public health approach. This report — and the metrics by which cities are assessed — represents a holistic toolkit for city officials, local advocates, and community organizations working to end violence
The VPI scorecard assessed and ranked 50 U.S. cities with the highest incidents of gun violence in 2021 based on 35 criteria spanning three categories: Intervention and Risk Factor Reduction , Addressing the Root Causes of Violence , and Local Offices of Violence Prevention.
Take a look at our report here [[link removed]]
For decades, courageous survivors and advocates have led highly impactful efforts to interrupt cycles of violence and save countless lives in their communities with little or no support or funding from their governments. This lack of support must end.
Today, I am hopeful that this annual report makes clear how much work we have left to do to get us there, and that it inspires you to fight for these lifesaving programs and policies in your community.
In community,
Greg Jackson, Jr.
Executive Director
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