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Executive Guidebook: Practical Approaches for Strengthening Law Enforcement's Response to Sexual Assault
Abstract: Most sexual assaults never even come to the attention of police. As recently as 2014, the federal Bureau of Justice Statistics found that only one-third of rapes and sexual assaults were being reported to police. Media reports, congressional hearings,... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Facing Addiction in America: The Surgeon General's Report on Alcohol, Drugs, and Health
Abstract: In 2015, over 27 million people in the United States reported current use of illicit drugs or misuse of prescription drugs, and over 66 million people (nearly a quarter of the adult and adolescent population) reported binge drinking in the past month.... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Facing Addiction in America: The Surgeon General's Report on Alcohol, Drugs, and Health - Executive Summary
Abstract: This is the executive summary for the report, Facing Addiction in America: The Surgeon General's Report on Alcohol, Drugs, and Health. It includes the table of contents, a full summary of the report, a vision for the future, key findings, and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Fentanyl Safety Recommendations for First Responders
Abstract: These recommendations are the result of a Federal Interagency Working Group coordinated by the White House National Security Council. Stakeholder associations and organizations representing the medical, public health, law enforcement, Fire/EMS, and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Fentanyl: A Briefing Guide for First Responders
Abstract: In the last several years, U.S. Law Enforcement has seen a dramatic increase in the availability of dangerous synthetic opioids. A large majority of these synthetic opioids are structural derivatives of the synthetic drug fentanyl. Fentanyl is a... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Future Trends in Policing
Abstract: Police departments are far more complex than they were a generation or two ago. Though personnel are still accountable for traditional responsibilities such as calls for service and crime investigation, police have expanded their mission greatly, taking... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
Gaining Insight, Taking Action: Basic Skills for Serving Victims
Abstract: This publication consists of a consolidated DVD and discussion guide produced by OVC to provide broader accessibility to three popular videos and companion guides that were originally released as part of the 2005 National Victim Assistance Academy... (read more)
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Guide for Developing High-Quality Emergency Operations Plans for Houses of Worship
Abstract: The guide provides recommendations in the development of plans not only to respond to an emergency, but also outlines how organizations can plan for preventing, protecting against, mitigating the impact of and recovering from these emergencies. It... (read more)
Publication Date: 2013
Guide to Social Media in Educational Environments
Abstract: The challenge for many is understanding what social media is and how it impacts safety in an educational setting. This guide intends to help those interested in the safety and security of a school district, college, or university with insight into the... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Hate Crimes
Abstract: This guide begins by describing the problem of hate crimes and reviewing factors that increase its risks. It then identifies a series of questions to help you analyze your local hate crimes problem. It reviews responses to the problem and what is known... (read more)
Publication Date: 2013
File: Hate_Crimes.pdf
Hazing Prevention Toolkit for Campus Professionals
Abstract: Campus hazing can have far-reaching negative consequences for individual students and their families; student organizations, groups, and teams; and the broader campus community. Because hazing is a complex issue that reflects campus culture, there is no... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Hazing Prevention: A Call to Action
Abstract: This presentation provides a research-driven look at what colleges and universities should be focusing on when trying to eradicate hazing from their communities. Kim Novak, the presenter, is CEO of NovakTalks and an independent consultant for campus... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Helping Victims of Mass Violence and Terrorism: Planning, Response, Recovery, and Resources Online Toolkit
Abstract: The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) in coordination with the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Office for Victim Assistance and the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Justice for Victims of Overseas Terrorism developed this toolkit to help... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery
Abstract: The Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery (HECAOD) is a premier alcohol and drug misuse prevention and recovery resource for colleges and universities across the nation. It is the mission of the HECAOD, in... (read more)
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Hiring and Keeping Police Officers
Abstract: This study analyzed the hiring and retention of police officers and found that many police recruiters and managers would need to assess the effectiveness of their recruiting methods and find ways to make working in their agencies more attractive.... (read more)
Publication Date: 2004
Hunger on Campus: The Challenge of Food Insecurity for College Students
Abstract: Food insecurity the lack of reliable access to sufficient quantities of affordable, nutritious food is common at colleges and universities across the country, potentially undermining the educational success of untold thousands of students. Given its... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
File: Hunger_On_Campus.pdf
ICAT: Integrating Communications, Assessment, and Tactics
Abstract: "ICAT: Integrating Communications, Assessment, and Tactics is PERF's new report in the Critical Issues in Policing Series. This report builds on PERF's work over the last two years on re-engineering policies and training on use of force. ICAT represents... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Implementation of Prior Recommendations and Barriers to Enactment
Abstract: As follow-up to some of its forums, the National Center for Campus Public Safety (NCCPS) and Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Law Enforcement Executives and Administrators (HBCU-LEEAs) partnered to examine whether and how HBCU campuses have... (read more)
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Improving Police Response to Persons Affected by Mental Illness
Abstract: The report and campaign, developed by law enforcement leaders alongside mental health professionals and advocates, offer concrete strategies to institutionalize the improved delivery of mental health services. These strategies demand the committed... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Improving Responses to People with Mental Illnesses: Strategies for Effective Law Enforcement Training
Abstract: This publication is one in a series that was developed by the Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center, in partnership with Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) and supported by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), to address how law... (read more)
Publication Date: 2008
Informing Students about Campus Policies and Resources: How They Get the Message Matters
Abstract: The way campus sexual misconduct policies are communicated to students varies at colleges and universities across the country. Many students receive information about sexual misconduct policies during new student orientation. However, various methods are... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
Innovations in Community-Level Prevention
Abstract: Many prevention activities focus on changing individual's knowledge and attitudes and developing new skills that redefine relationships such as promoting healthy intimate relationships and empowering bystanders to intervene in situations that are either... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Innovations in Police Recruitment and Hiring: Hiring in the Spirit of Service
Abstract: As the issue of recruiting and retaining quality law enforcement officers makes national headlines, this report helps fill the void by telling the story of how five sites selected to participate in a COPS-funded project entitled "Hiring in the Spirit of... (read more)
Publication Date: 2006
Institutionalizing the Clery Act at Institutions of Higher Education
Abstract: Under the Clery Act, all colleges and universities receiving federal funding must share information about crime on and around campus and their efforts to improve campus safety. They must also provide support for certain crime victims and disclose certain... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Integrating a Trauma-Informed Response
Abstract: This webinar addresses how to recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma following a crime of violence. The presenters discuss strategies for conducting thoughtful and effective victim interviews, collaborating with allied professionals to achieve a... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
Law Enforcement and the Transgender Community - CRS Roll Call Training Video
Abstract: This roll call training video, narrated by Brett Parson, features scenarios of three of the most common ways police officers encounter members of the transgender community and provides information, tools, and techniques to help ensure your interactions... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Law Enforcement Guidance Concerning Suspected Unauthorized UAS Operations
Abstract: This white paper is intended to offer high-level guidance to law enforcement agencies on how to assess unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operations within their jurisdictions and suggest actions to interdict and mitigate unauthorized, illegal or risky... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Law Enforcement Recruitment Toolkit
Abstract: The International Association of Chiefs of Police, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, has released a new publication to assist agencies with their recruitment efforts. The Law Enforcement... (read more)
Publication Date: 2009
Law Enforcement Responses to People with Mental Illnesses: A Guide to Research-Informed Policy and Practice
Abstract: Interactions between officers and individuals with mental illnesses are infrequent and can be complex in nature. These calls for service are often time-consuming and difficult to resolve, and, on relatively rare occasions, result in tragic injuries or... (read more)
Publication Date: 2009
Legalization of Marijuana: Challenges Facing College Campuses
Abstract: In this webinar Ryan Snow, M.Ed., a police officer for the University of Illinois Police Department and founder and lead instructor of Prevention Leaders, Inc., discusses the legalization of marijuana and the current challenges facing institutions of... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Maintaining Safety And Order On College And University Campuses During Protests And Demonstrations: Promising Practices
Abstract: In 2012 college and university law enforcement executives convened as part of a focus group to discuss the challenges and promising practices for managing public order events on campus. This report offers an array of proven concepts, ideas, and resources... (read more)
Publication Date: 2013
Making Prevention a Reality: Identifying, Assessing, and Managing the Threat of Targeted Attacks
Abstract: This guide is the culmination of nearly two years of work following a 2015 gathering of multidisciplinary experts and the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit. The purpose of this gathering was to discuss solutions to reduce attacks such as mass shootings and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Managing Campus Protests and Demonstrations at Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Abstract: From the Civil Rights movement of the 50s and 60s to today's Black Lives Matter movement, students and faculty at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) have been at the vanguard of social reforms that change America. This powerful and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2018
Managing External Relations and Off Campus Conduct
Abstract: Creating a safe community at your college or university involves managing external relations and off-campus conduct. Off-campus community issues such as loud parties, noise complaints, alcohol and drug abuse, and disorderly or violent student conduct... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
Managing Major Events: Best Practices From the Field
Abstract: This report, the 17th in the Critical Issues in Policing series, addresses the issue of policing major events, both planned and unplanned, such as political demonstrations, natural disasters, and acts of terrorism. The report aims to explore some of the... (read more)
Publication Date: 2011
Managing Student Mental Health at Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Abstract: Student mental health programs and services are in large demand at institutions of higher education throughout the United States, and many are facing substantial challenges in meeting that demand. Those challenges, in turn, have many colleges and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Mass Victimization: Promising Avenues for Prevention
Abstract: This document is focused on identifying strategies that contribute to preventing, not predicting, incidents of targeted violence that result in mass casualty events. It is the result of a multi-agency collaborative conference held at Quantico, Virginia,... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
File: Mass_Victimization.pdf
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Toolkit
Abstract: In 2016, Women In Government seated the National Task Force on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders after hearing from members about the growing epidemic in their states. The group met over the course of the year to collaborate, develop state policy... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Model Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) - Campus Sexual Assault Part I: How-To Guide
Abstract: The How-To Guide is a step-by-step guide for stakeholders to create an MOU that reflects local needs and capacity. It is intended to provide context, suggested supplemental content, and points of discussion to assist parties as they tailor the Template... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
File: how-to-guide.pdf
Model Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) - Campus Sexual Assault Part II: Template MOU
Abstract: The Template MOU provides sample language for parties to incorporate into their local agreement. Parties may wish to adapt the Template to ensure consistency with other agreements already in place between some or all of the Parties, and to revisit any... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
File: template-mou.pdf
Model Policy on Responding to Persons Affected by Mental Illness or In Crisis
Abstract: The model policy highlights the unique challenges that law enforcement agencies face in responding to or encountering situations involving persons displaying behaviors consistent with mental illness or crisis and provides guidance, techniques, and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2014
National Best Practices for Sexual Assault Kits: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Abstract: "The report describes a victim-centered response to sexual assault cases that positively impacts sexual assault response, the experiences of victims, and ultimately results in safer communities.
An NIJ working group consisting of victims, victim... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
National Disaster Recovery Framework
Abstract: This guide is intended to promote effective recovery, particularly for incidents that are large-scale or catastrophic. It provides guidance that enables effective recovery support to disaster-impacted states, tribes and local jurisdictions. It also... (read more)
Publication Date: 2011
National Public Safety Partnership (PSP)
Abstract: The National Public Safety Partnership (PSP) was established in June 2017 under the direction of Attorney General Jeff Sessions in response to President Trump’s Executive Order on a Task Force on Crime Reduction and Public Safety. The PSP provides an... (read more)
Publication Date: 2017
Officer-Involved Shootings: A Guide for Law Enforcement Leaders
Abstract: Though few officers will be directly involved in a hostile shooting situation during their careers, many more may experience the impact of one; the effects of such events touch not only the officer involved, but the department and the community as well.... (read more)
Publication Date: 2016
Options for Consideration: Active Shooter Preparedness
Abstract: Options for Consideration demonstrates possible actions to take if confronted with an active shooter scenario. The video also shows how to assist authorities once law enforcement enters the scene.
Publication Date: 2015
Party Patrols: Best Practice Guidelines for College Communities
Abstract: The purpose of this guide is to consolidate the experience that campus and community law enforcement agencies have gained in conducting party patrols across jurisdictions and share that information with agencies looking for more effective tools to help... (read more)
Publication Date: 2010
Planning Alcohol Interventions Using NIAAA's CollegeAIM (Alcohol Intervention Matrix)
Abstract: Harmful and underage drinking remain significant problems on U.S. campuses, despite our collective efforts to address them. Higher education officials understand that, all too often, alcohol-related problems can seem intractable, leading to questions and... (read more)
Publication Date: 2015
Police Recruitment and Retention for the New Millennium
Abstract: This guidebook summarizes for police practitioners lessons on recruiting and retaining divers, effective workforces. It provides a means for local officials to identify what has been tried elsewhere and what might be applicable in their own communities.... (read more)
Publication Date: 2010
Police Recruitment and Retention in the Contemporary Urban Environment
Abstract: The RAND Center on Quality Policing convened a national summit on police recruitment and retention in the contemporary urban environment in June 2008. This summit, supported by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services and the National Institute... (read more)
Publication Date: 2009