In October 2018, a group of campus emergency management leaders, with support from the National Center for Campus Public Safety, gathered for a one-day forum to discuss ways to define emergency management’s value to the whole community. Fifteen emergency management leaders, including university and college emergency managers, chiefs of police, and campus safety administrators, came from 13 IHEs… (read more)

The You Have Options Program (YHOP) has three goals: 1) increase sexual assault reporting by eliminating as many barriers to reporting as possible, 2) increase identification and prosecution of sexual offenders, and 3) decrease sexual assault victimization. Agencies participating in the YHOP receive training in law enforcement options for sexual assault reporting and best practice law enforcement… (read more)

Over the last several years, the Sexual Violence Justice Institute at the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault has worked to learn best practices and find better ways to complete case file reviews as an evaluation strategy for Sexual Assault Response Teams (SARTs). Case file review is one way for multi-disciplinary teams to learn about their actual response to victims versus what they… (read more)

Street harassment is a human rights violation and a form of gender violence. It keeps many harassed people from feeling safe in public spaces. It can dictate where they go, when, with whom, and how they dress. It can impact their hobbies and habits, their routes and routines. It even causes some people to move or quit jobs because of harassers in the vicinity. To stop street harassment, we first… (read more)

Bias and a lack of cultural competency are often cited interchangeably as challenges in police-community relationships. While bias and a lack of cultural competency may both be present in a given situation, these challenges and the strategies for addressing them differ appreciably. This resource guide will assist readers in understanding and addressing both of these issues.

Developed based on a review and synthesis of relevant programs, guidance, and models, this paper presents seven key elements for comprehensive community-based suicide prevention. The elements are key considerations that should guide suicide prevention program planning and implementation efforts. Community-based programs, policies, and services can play an important role in suicide prevention,… (read more)

This fact sheet provides information on pedestrian fatalities in traffic crashes and in relation to land use, non-motorist locations, weather, time, age, gender, and more. Also listed is alcohol involvement in pedestrian crashes.

U.S. federal laws create specific obligations for U.S. colleges and universities regarding the prevention, reporting, and response to campus sexual misconduct. This document is a resource for Forum member institutions to understand U.S. federal law with regard to sexual misconduct. State law in the United States and international laws are outside the scope of this document. All Forum member… (read more)

U.S. federal laws create specific obligations for U.S. colleges and universities regarding the prevention, reporting, and response to campus sexual misconduct. This document is a resource for Forum member institutions to understand U.S. federal law with regard to sexual misconduct. State law in the United States and international laws are outside the scope of this document. All Forum member… (read more)

Discussions with administrators and other staff at dozens of colleges and universities reveal that many practices are commonly used to help team members identify, intervene with, and manage distressed, disruptive, or potentially violent students. This document includes highlights from these discussions with deans of students, heads of counseling, campus law enforcement officers, legal counsel,… (read more)

This report aims to describe what police chiefs and other experts are currently identifying as best approaches to addressing cybercrime. On September 10, 2013, PERF held an executive-level Summit for law enforcement practitioners on the local police response to cybercrime. Participants in the PERF Summit described the evolving nature of the cybercrime threat, including how nearly every type of… (read more)

In December 2014, the President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing was established. The Task Force resolved to identify best practices and make recommendations on how policing practices can promote effective crime reduction while building public trust. They examined how to foster strong, collaborative relationships between local law enforcement and the communities they serve. Their… (read more)

"There have been many active shooter incidents in the United States since Columbine, and police agencies continue to modify their policies and training to reflect the lessons that are learned from each new tragedy. This report summarizes the state of the field as of 2014. The Police Executive Research Forum conducted research on these issues and held a one-day Summit in Washington, D.C., in which… (read more)

The NCVBA is an affiliate and program of the National Center for Victims of Crime (NCVC). It was founded in April 1999, creating the nation's first professional association of attorneys and expert witnesses dedicated to helping victims seek justice through the civil system. They provide technical support to attorneys representing crime victims in civil actions, refer crime victims to lawyers in… (read more)

In a collaborative effort, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) and Allstate Insurance Company have joined together to develop The Law and You: Guidelines for Interacting with Law Enforcement Officials. This guide offers suggested procedures to follow if you are stopped by a police officer or… (read more)

This document provides a basic understanding of the drug evaluation and classification process.

This fact book synthesizes national and public data in a series of one-page fact sheets that provide a snapshot of the educational progress, strengths, and areas of need of Latino students throughout the education pipeline as well as select educational themes. While concise, these fact sheets provide reference tools for today's diverse stakeholders and can be used to inform data-driven… (read more)

Firefighters respond to an average of 3,810 fires in college residence halls and Greek housing each year. Since 2000, campus fires have resulted in 122 fatalities and millions of dollars in property damage. According to FEMA, the vast majority of these fires could have been prevented through awareness and education. If a college student's most recent fire prevention training was learning to stop… (read more)

Clery Act reporting applies to both domestic and school sponsored international programs, if the college or university owns or controls the location. This is an important distinction, and one that requires each institution to evaluate their programs and determine if ownership or control applies to them. Therefore, it is critical for global education program directors to understand their reporting… (read more)

Clery Act reporting applies to both domestic and school sponsored international programs, if the college or university owns or controls the location. This is an important distinction, and one that requires each institution to evaluate their programs and determine if ownership or control applies to them. Therefore, it is critical for global education program directors to understand their reporting… (read more)

A summary of the Bipartisan Campus Accountability and Safety Act (CASAct).

This handbook offers guidance for individuals involved in the collection, examination, tracking, packaging, storing, and disposition of biological evidence. This may include crime scene technicians, law enforcement officers, healthcare professionals, forensic scientists, forensic laboratory managers, evidence supervisors, property managers, storage facility personnel, lawyers, testifying experts… (read more)

The SEVP is a part of the National Security Investigations Division and acts as a bridge for government organizations that have an interest in information on nonimmigrants whose primary reason for coming to the United States is to be students. On behalf of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), SEVP manages schools, nonimmigrant students in the F and M visa classifications and their… (read more)

In recent years, immigration enforcement has become a sensitive political issue at the local, state, and federal levels. State legislation supporting stricter immigration enforcement and highly publicized news stories of deportations, travel bans, and family separations have caused many immigrants to live in fear and to view law enforcement agencies at all levels warily. This political… (read more)

In 2011, the United States adopted the Strategy for Empowering Local Partners to Prevent Violent Extremism in the United States (Strategy) and a corresponding Strategic Implementation Plan. The overall goal of the Strategy is to prevent violent extremists and their supporters from inspiring, radicalizing, financing, or recruiting individuals or groups in the United States to commit acts of… (read more)

The SRC provides multiple services including training, technical assistance, a website, and an information clearinghouse. The mission of the SRC is to enhance the ability of professionals, organizations, and systems to effectively respond to stalking. The SRC envisions a future in which the criminal justice system and its many allied community partners will have the best tools to effectively… (read more)

This free, online, and interactive guide raises awareness about unique nightlife challenges faced by college communities. It provides additional background and a collection of case studies and promising practices.

In Houston, victim notification involves reestablishing contact with victims whose cases are re-opened for investigation as a result of a match in the law enforcement database Combined DNA Index System (CODIS), from victims' recently tested sexual assault kits (SAKs). HPD and working group members designed the Complainant Notification and Hotline Protocols to outline victim notification… (read more)

SAPRO is the organization responsible for the oversight of Department of Defense (DOD) sexual assault policy. The Department has implemented a comprehensive policy to ensure the safety, dignity and well being of all members of the Armed Forces. This website provides access to the SAPR Strategic Plan, guidance, speeches & briefings and other information for victims of sexual assault, the… (read more)

This technical assistance guidance supports advocates seeking to build capacity to recognize and respond to survivors across the gender spectrum, while honoring the gender analysis that helps us understand the root causes of violence and oppression. It offers guideposts for responding to the needs of male-identified victims of intimate partner violence through an exploration of challenges to… (read more)

Through this alert, The Joint Commission aims to assist all health care organizations providing both inpatient and outpatient care to better identify and treat individuals with suicide ideation. Clinicians in emergency, primary and behavioral health care settings particularly have a crucial role in detecting suicide ideation and assuring appropriate evaluation. Behavioral health professionals… (read more)

SchoolShooters.info is a compendium of documents relating to a wide range of active shooter incidents in educational settings. The purpose of this site is to help prevent school shootings and to provide insight into the perpetrators of large-scale school violence. The information and materials on this site are relevant for professionals in education, mental health, and law enforcement, as well as… (read more)

Survivors of violence face real barriers when trying to access safe housing: barriers caused by the power and control dynamics of abuse, a need for safety and confidentiality, economic instability, the effects of trauma, and the lack of affordable housing in communities. This website is a collection of strategies, resources, case studies, reports, and statistics that providers and advocates can… (read more)

As food insecurity becomes more common among college and university students, starting a food pantry is a powerful way to support students in need. This toolkit explains how to successfully create and manage a campus food pantry.

Research-based information from the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to assist in reviewing drinking habits and how they affect health.

When college and university students study abroad, their institution's obligations under Title IX of The Education Act Amendments of 1972, the Clery Act, and Campus SaVE travel with them. This Risk Research Bulletin addresses an institution's obligations for responding to sexual violence on study abroad trips. It provides best practices for training faculty, administrators, and students as they… (read more)

When college and university students study abroad, their institution's obligations under Title IX of The Education Act Amendments of 1972, the Clery Act, and Campus SaVE travel with them. This Risk Research Bulletin addresses an institution's obligations for responding to sexual violence on study abroad trips. It provides best practices for training faculty, administrators, and students as they… (read more)

When college and university students study abroad, their institution's obligations under Title IX of The Education Act Amendments of 1972, the Clery Act, and Campus SaVE travel with them. This Risk Research Bulletin addresses an institution's obligations for responding to sexual violence on study abroad trips. It provides best practices for training faculty, administrators, and students as they… (read more)

The Stalking Resource Center took the 2016 Department of Education's Handbook for campuses regarding stalking and created this document to help campuses develop policies, procedures, and preventative materials. This guide focuses solely on the crime of stalking and does not incorporate other guidelines for crimes provided by the Department of Education.

The Stalking Resource Center took the 2016 Department of Education's Handbook for campuses regarding stalking and created this document to help campuses develop policies, procedures, and preventative materials. This guide focuses solely on the crime of stalking and does not incorporate other guidelines for crimes provided by the Department of Education.

The Stalking Resource Center took the 2016 Department of Education's Handbook for campuses regarding stalking and created this document to help campuses develop policies, procedures, and preventative materials. This guide focuses solely on the crime of stalking and does not incorporate other guidelines for crimes provided by the Department of Education.

This resource directory is designed to help community advocates working in the fields of crime victim assistance, disability services, law enforcement, and allied professions improve their response to victims with disabilities. Subject listings in the side bar provide quick access to specific sections of the directory. Subject listings include, but are not limited to: new resources, accessibility… (read more)

Several U.S. federal laws govern higher education study abroad. These laws should not be confused with risk management standards or best practices for insuring safety. In fact, some of the laws when applied in certain ways may actually lead to greater danger for our students. Colleges should endeavor to comply with the laws discussed in this presentation and outline but should not do so at the… (read more)

Several U.S. federal laws govern higher education study abroad. These laws should not be confused with risk management standards or best practices for insuring safety. In fact, some of the laws when applied in certain ways may actually lead to greater danger for our students. Colleges should endeavor to comply with the laws discussed in this presentation and outline but should not do so at the… (read more)

Several U.S. federal laws govern higher education study abroad. These laws should not be confused with risk management standards or best practices for insuring safety. In fact, some of the laws when applied in certain ways may actually lead to greater danger for our students. Colleges should endeavor to comply with the laws discussed in this presentation and outline but should not do so at the… (read more)

This report is the culmination of public hearings, numerous meetings and many hours sorting through testimony, and scientific data and research. The report includes 60 recommendations and seven proposed legislative agenda items. Over 14,200 law enforcement agencies in over 40 countries deploy electronic control weapons (ECWs). A survey by the Task Force of Maryland law enforcement agencies found… (read more)

This report is the culmination of public hearings, numerous meetings and many hours sorting through testimony, and scientific data and research. The report includes 60 recommendations and seven proposed legislative agenda items. Over 14,200 law enforcement agencies in over 40 countries deploy electronic control weapons (ECWs). A survey by the Task Force of Maryland law enforcement agencies found… (read more)

On January 16, 2015, President Barack Obama issued Executive Order 13688, Federal Support for Local Law Enforcement Equipment Acquisition (EO), to identify actions that can improve Federal support for the appropriate use, acquisition, and transfer of controlled equipment by State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies (LEAs). The EO established a Federal interagency Law Enforcement Equipment… (read more)

This report is the outcome of a an extensive examination completed by the Task Force on Federal Regulation of Higher Education to identify specific challenges and potential solutions of federal regulation requirements. The report provides information on the burden of federal regulation, the challenges to higher education in the current regulatory environment, and specific regulations of concern.… (read more)

REMS supports schools, school districts, and institutions of higher education, with their community partners, in the development of high-quality emergency operations plans (EOPs) and comprehensive emergency management planning efforts. Established in October 2004 and administered by the U.S. Department of Education's (ED) Office of Safe and Healthy Students (OSHS), the REMS TA Center provides a… (read more)