To reduce crime, enhance public safety, and improve outcomes for people involved with the criminal justice system, we need to follow the evidence. Across the country, we have seen how proactive strategies like summer youth employment programs (SYEPs) have been proven to counter this seasonal crime spike, offer at-risk youth a more constructive path forward, and reduce violence. Moreover, these programs have a lasting effect, helping to bring down crime and violence throughout the year.
Understanding Violent Crime and the Policy Responses
In December, at the end of last year (2024), I had the great opportunity to talk with Congressional staffers on "Understanding Violent Crime and the Policy Responses." The lunch conversation was hosted by Faith and Law in partnership with Prison Fellowship.
