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A Letter from Leadership [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/letter-leadership ]

Greetings from the Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3),

In this issue of "Prevention Connection", I invite you to learn more about: 


* What's New? [ #link_3 ]
* Grantee Spotlights [ #link_4 ]
* CP3 International Engagement [ #link_5 ]
* From the Field [ #link_1 ]
* Recently Published Research [ #link_6 ]
* Tools and Resources [ #link_9 ]
* CP3 On the Move [ #link_7 ]

It is partnerships with prevention providers that give us confidence and convince me it is time to turn our resources and energy toward prevention, not just responding to violent actors who have decided to commit such acts. 

PPF [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/letter-leadership ]

Thank you for your continued engagement and partnership; it is essential if we are to prevent the next act of targeted violence.  

Please let me know how the resources help you in your efforts to prevent violence. You can always reach me by emailing CP3@hq.dhs.gov. 

Click here to read the full letter [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/letter-leadership ].

bill-braniff




What's New?

The Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships’ Approach to Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention

CP3 invites you to learn more about our strategy by reading our newly published resource “The Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships’ Approach to Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/cp3s-approach-prevention ]”. This document provides an overview of the current targeted violence and terrorism threat landscape, the application and benefits of a public health-informed approach to prevention, and a summary of CP3’s strategy guiding its program priorities and investments. 

PP [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/cp3s-approach-prevention ]

Download CP3's public health-informed approach to TVTP [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/cp3s-approach-prevention ].

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Director Braniff Talks TVTP in the CTC Sentinel 

Director Braniff highlighted the benefits of a public health-informed approach to TVTP. He shared how CP3 leverages research and strategic partnerships to improve and expand evidence-based prevention programs, collaborating with law enforcement, trauma-informed counselors, public health officials, mental health professionals, and more. Read the full interview in the CTC Sentinel - Combating Terrorism Center at West Point [ https://ctc.westpoint.edu/a-view-from-the-ct-foxhole-william-braniff-director-center-for-prevention-programs-and-partnerships-u-s-department-of-homeland-security/ ]. 

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Invent2Prevent (I2P) Student Teams Secure More Than $2.6 Million in Grants to Prevent Targeted Violence and Terrorism 

As students return to school, we would like to highlight the inspiring grant-winning teams [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/i2p-teams-secure-violence-prevention-grants ]. Since the program’s inception in 2021, I2P teams have secured more than $2.6 million in funding to support and sustain their community-based programs. 

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Grantee Spotlights

Global Peace Foundation Hosts Youth Leadership Development and Knowledge Exchange  

This three-day event was designed for adults ages 18-30, community members, and youth-serving professionals from various organizations, agencies, and faith communities to enhance and facilitate resilience building and community strengthening. Read the full story. [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/grantee-spotlight-global-peace-foundation ].

GPF [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/grantee-spotlight-global-peace-foundation ]

PERIL at American University: Transforming Ideas into Action Against Violent Extremism 

PERIL’s initiative, inspired by community needs, focuses on empowering local leaders and practitioners with skills to create impactful video content that fosters resilience and counters extremist narratives. Read the full story [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/grantee-spotlight-peril ]. 

PERIL [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/grantee-spotlight-peril ]

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CP3 International Engagement

CP3 Strengthens Domestic Prevention Through International Engagements 

handshake [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/cp3s-international-engagements ]

CP3’s Strategic Engagement and Policy Implementation office operates on the principle that international partnerships [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/cp3s-international-engagements ] can help prevention providers draw on the best evidence available and ensure a stronger future. In addition to learning from international partners, CP3 staff share expertise and resources to empower practitioners around the world. Read the full story [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/cp3s-international-engagements ].

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From the Field

Workplace Violence Prevention at U.S. Veterans Affairs Medical Center, North Las Vegas, Nev. 

Over the summer, CP3’s Las Vegas Regional Prevention Coordinator and West Region Associate Director visited the North Las Vegas Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center to learn about its workplace violence prevention program and discuss opportunities for collaboration. 

Read the full story here. [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/violence-prevention-veterans-medical-center ]

VA 2 [ https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/09/05/violence-prevention-veterans-medical-center ]

CP3 Partners on Regional Targeted Violence Prevention Symposium in New York

On April 18-19, the Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) supported the Northeast Regional Targeted Violence Prevention Symposium, a multi-day event that brought together state partners and prevention providers across the region to discuss targeted violence prevention. The intent was to build a sustainable regional network to share best practices. 

The event was led by the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) and inspired by a similar event CP3 led with the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in March 2023. The 2023 event brought state and local leaders from New York and New Jersey together to discuss state and local strategies for preventing targeted violence. 

The Symposium convened representatives from eight northeastern states, as well as experts from other parts of the country. Participants discussed challenges and opportunities within their violence prevention work. Topics included behavioral threat assessment and management, legal considerations in implementing prevention strategies, criminal justice and the public health approaches to prevention, referral pathways and bystander training, evaluation and metrics in targeted violence prevention, and strengthening communities through primary prevention. 

CP3 looks forward to a continued partnership and collaboration in supporting more regional targeted violence prevention events in the future. 

New York City Public Schools Hosts Local Invent2Prevent Competition 

On May 29, in partnership with the Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) and EdVenture Partners, the New York City Public Schools Office of Safety and Youth Development, the Restorative Justice Team hosted the first-ever local Invent2Prevent competition.

This event was envisioned to raise awareness about and encourage greater participation across New York City Schools in Invent2Prevent, a U.S. Department of Homeland Security CP3 sponsored program that empowers students to create and implement campaigns aimed at preventing targeted violence and terrorism. Through this project based experiential learning opportunity, students gain valuable skills and insights into effective prevention strategies, contributing to safer, more resilient communities. 

In total, 20 students from five schools, representing each borough, who all participated in the Spring 2024 I2P semester, formally presented their team projects to a panel of judges just like the national competition format. 

Each project outlined practical approaches to address harmful content on-line, bullying, mental health, and create stronger connections to their community. Students also worked with local organizations to develop and implement their projects. 

Central Park East High School won first place for their Salaam Sessions Podcast; Celia Cruz High School of Music earned second place for their Teen Mind Allies project combatting social isolation; and Urban Assembly Institute of Math and Science for Young Women won third place for their NYPD Engagement project, Bridging the Gap. 

CP3 and NTER Uniting to Prevent Targeted Violence 

The Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) conducted a National Threat Evaluation and Reporting (NTER) bystander awareness training for 28 diverse Uniters in Waukesha, organized by Urban Rural Action. The group included members of various ages, races, religions, and political views from Kenosha, Milwaukee, Racine, Walworth, and Waukesha counties. The training focused on community roles in preventing targeted violence. Held near the site of the 2021 Christmas parade tragedy, the event highlighted the community's resilience and dedication to violence prevention. 

Building Partnerships with the Public Sector 

On June 4, the Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3) presented at the Detroit Corporate Security Symposium (CSS). Attendees included personnel from the private sector, state and local governments, as well as individuals supporting the homeland security mission. The Detroit CSS featured speakers from the Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, other U.S. government entities, state and local agencies, and the private sector, addressing a wide range of homeland security topics. CP3 promoted secondary prevention by outlining the importance of incorporating behavioral threat assessment and management into the workplace to prevent future incidents of workplace violence. 

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Recently Published Research

The National Institute of Justice’s most recent issue of the NIJ Journal [ https://nij.ojp.gov/nij-journal/nij-journal-issue-285-domestic-radicalization-violent-extremism-and-terrorism ] includes several articles on domestic radicalization, violent extremism, and terrorism. Highlights include articles discussing the role of trauma and mental health [ https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/roles-trauma-and-mental-health-preventing-domestic-radicalization-and-violent ] in prevention, practitioner perspectives on tertiary prevention [ https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/research-and-practitioner-perspectives-rehabilitation-and-reintegration-violent ], and evaluations assessing the effectiveness of prevention programs [ https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/assessing-effectiveness-programs-prevent-and-counter-violent-extremism ]. 

NIJ also recently published several papers that synthesize NIJ-funded research on the role of social networks [ https://nij.ojp.gov/library/publications/role-social-networks-facilitating-and-preventing-domestic-radicalization-what ] in radicalization and prevention, prevention program evaluation [ https://nij.ojp.gov/library/publications/evaluating-and-assessing-terrorism-prevention-programs-what-research-sponsored ], the role of the internet and social media [ https://nij.ojp.gov/library/publications/role-internet-and-social-media-radicalization-what-research-sponsored-national ] on radicalization, and research on individuals who engage in [ https://nij.ojp.gov/library/publications/comparing-individuals-who-engage-violent-extremism-and-similar-acts-what ] violent extremism, mass shootings, and bias crimes.

The National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE) published a guide for families [ https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1071&context=ncitereportsresearch ] on how to recognize and find help for family members at risk of engaging in violent extremism. The guide provides an overview of risk and protective factors and information on how to report concerning behavior.

The Homeland Security Operational Analysis Center (HSOAC), operated by the RAND Corporation, conducted a landscape assessment on the threat to soft targets and crowded places [ https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RRA2260-1.html??cutoff=true&utm_source=AdaptiveMailer&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=701QK000007fLAzYAM&utm_term=00vQK000005k8z4YAA&org=1674&lvl=100&ite=285176&lea=2995573&ctr=0&par=1&trk=a0wQK000002axoPYAQ ], highlighting several research and investment priorities for improving security, including a recommendation to focus on prevention as both efficient and effective.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), in collaboration with the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center at Texas State University, published a report analyzing active shooter incidents in 2023 [ https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/2023-active-shooter-report-062124.pdf/view ]. 

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Tools and Resources

Explore 3 New Prevention Resources Created by CP3

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* Enhancing BTAM Capabilities Through a Public Health-Informed Approach [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/enhancing-behavioral-threat-assessment-and-case-management-capabilities ]  - This Prevention Resource outlines how behavioral threat assessment and case management models may benefit by adopting a public health-informed approach to targeted violence and terrorism prevention. 

* Exploring the Use of Three-Digit Call Lines [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/exploring-use-three-digit-call-lines-prevention-resource ] - This report provides an overview of current research and programming efforts to integrate targeted violence and terrorism prevention information and practice into three-digit call lines, such as 211 and 311 assistance and information telephone numbers, as well as 911 and 988 emergency and crisis support lines. 

* State TVTP Strategy Development + State Strategy Overview [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/state-tvtp-strategy-development-cp3-prevention-resource ] - This evidence-based guide was created to assist states in developing state-level targeted violence and terrorism prevention strategies to safeguard each state from potential risks and threats of violence. 

Check Out the Following Resources
Created by Our Partners 

* Community Violence Prevention Resource for Action: A Compilation of the Best Available Evidence for Youth and Young Adults [ https://t.emailupdates.cdc.gov/r/?id=h8f34caa7,1ba17987,1cb8dc1a&e=QUNTVHJhY2tpbmdJRD1VU0NEQ18xMTA0LURNMTI1OTgxJkFDU1RyYWNraW5nTGFiZWw9Q0RDJTIwcmVsZWFzZXMlMjB0aGUlMjBuZXclMjBDb21tdW5pdHklMjBWaW9sZW5jZSUyMFByZXZlbnRpb24lMjBSZXNvdXJjZSUyMGZvciUyMEFjdGlvbiUyMA&s=JTRAE-Q7tqTDZ1rckSg7rJYWw3bMRZe1lUrmFrBvAj4 ] - The Center for Disease Control’s Division of Violence Prevention released this resource help communities and states focus on strategies with the greatest potential to prevent violence and promote health and safety. 

* Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management: An Investment in the Future of Targeted Violence Prevention & Public Safety [ https://www.dhs.gov/publication/behavioral-threat-assessment-and-management-investment-future-targeted-violence ] - NTER created this resource to assist organizations in implementing a best practice approach to preventing targeted violence.
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Foundations of Targeted Violence Prevention eLearning [ https://www.dhs.gov/foundations-targeted-violence-prevention ] - NTER Program Office national *bystander awareness training* is meant to educate the public on threatening or potentially concerning behaviors and where to report them, providing an opportunity for intervention to prevent targeted violence from occurring.


* State of Science Review [ https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1083&context=ncitereportsresearch ] - DHS S&T and research partners at NCITE finalized this resource that examines the current state and promising practices of threat assessment and threat management programs. 

For more community support resources, evidence-based research, grant opportunities, information sharing, and training resources, visit the Prevention Resource Finder [ http://dhs.gov/prevention ], your one-stop shop for federal resources to prevent targeted violence and terrorism. 

*"A Note from the Interagency Editorial Board on the Prevention Resource Finder"*

On August 29, CP3 chaired the first-ever meeting of the interagency Editorial Board that governs the Prevention Resource Finder [ https://www.dhs.gov/prevention ] (PRF). The PRF is a government website for government produced and government funded community resources, training and funding opportunities, and evidence-based resources. In July, 16 resources were added to the PRF. The interagency will continue to add more resources every other month. Check out the latest resources. [ https://www.dhs.gov/prevention ]

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CP3 On the Move

*Visit Our Booth at the Following Upcoming Events:* 

2024 Annual National HBCU Week Conference

International Association of Emergency Management Annual Conference  

American Public Health Association 2024 Annual Meeting & Expo

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Until Next Time

For more information on CP3 programs and initiatives, please visit http://www.dhs.gov/cp3
Visit the Prevention Resource Finder [ https://www.dhs.gov/prevention ] for information to help prepare for and prevent targeted violence and terrorism.

To learn about the Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention Grant Program, contact TerrorismPrevention@hq.dhs.gov 

"Please note, inclusion of articles, research, and references to non-DHS organizations are for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official endorsement by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security or Federal Government.  External links do not imply a relationship with, affiliation with, sponsorship of, or endorsement by the Department, nor do they imply that editorial content has been authored by or represents the views or opinions of the Department, or to promote any commercial product or service, or in any other way that violates applicable law. "

"CP3 prioritizes privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties within DHS legal authorities and policy. CP3 works to ensure that its programs include fundamental constitutional and legal protections. CP3 does not engage in widespread data collection or activities like law enforcement investigations or intelligence gathering. CP3 does not engage in censorship or encourage or facilitate any censorship. Government censorship of viewpoints not only infringes on individuals’ constitutional rights, but it is also an ineffective tactic to prevent targeted violence and terrorism. "








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