New Report on Indicators of School Crime and Safety
The Bureau of Justice Statistics and the National Center for Education Statistics have published "Indicators of School Crime and Safety, 2009." The report draws on federally funded studies to provide detailed statistical information on the nature of crime in schools and school environments and responses to violence and crime at school.
A Comprehensive Approach to Teen Driver Safety
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the U.S. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has developed a four-tier strategy to prevent vehicle-related deaths and injuries among teen drivers: increasing seat belt use, implementing graduated drivers licensing, reducing teens' access to alcohol, and promoting parental responsibility.
The Collaboration Center provides resources to help federal, state, and local partnerships thrive. Learn about forming, managing, and sustaining strong collaborations; and connecting with your peers.
Building & Sustaining Partnerships
Community Assessment
Partnership Resource Library
Comprehensive Community Initiatives (cciToolsforFeds)
IWGYP Collaborative Workspace (Working Group Participants Only)
This section provides links to reliable federal data on youth topics. Use it to deepen your understanding of youth issues and strengthen your efforts to improve youth outcomes.
Map My Community is a tool designed specifically to assist you in locating resources in your community to help you build and strengthen your youth program. Get ideas for new partnerships, identify gaps in your community, and learn about resources to avoid duplication of effort.
The FindYouthInfo Program Directory features evidence-based programs whose purpose is to prevent and/or reduce delinquency or other problem behaviors in young people. Currently, you can search the directory by risk factor or protective factor.
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Background & Methodology
Research | Nominate a Program
The Funding Information Center provides tools to help you build and sustain your programs and activities. You'll find funding ideas as well as strategies on how to apply for federal grants.
