Children Exposed to Violence

Goal: Build capacity of families and communities to help children exposed to violence 1) reduce the incidence of violence through accountability efforts for juvenile offenders; 2) respond to victimization of children whether because of violence that occurs in the school, community or family; and 3) increase protective factors to prevent juvenile violence, delinquency, and victimization. Support children exposed to violence Program objective description: Through a multidisciplinary team of stakeholders, provide supportive services for children exposed to violence in their homes, schools, and communities; implement strategies that focus on prevention and intervention of violent crime, and accountability for youth offenders; and build the capacity of families and communities to help children exposed to violence.

Varies by program. Applications are judged according to their consistency with the policies and program priorities established by OJJDP and applicable laws.