Understanding Homicide and Gun Violence
Most homicide and gun violence is far from random and can be analyzed, understood, and addressed at the local level. This session will set out:
- The key varieties of homicide and gun violence;
- The concentration of victimization and offending;
- How victimization and offending overlap;
- The key role of groups and networks
- The central role of police and other criminal justice agencies in understanding homicide and gun violence.
Speaker and Presenter Information
David M. Kennedy is a professor of criminal justice at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City and the director of the National Network for Safe Communities at John Jay. Mr. Kennedy and the National Network support cities implementing strategic interventions to reduce violence, minimize arrest and incarceration, enhance police legitimacy, and strengthen relationships between law enforcement and communities. These interventions have been proven effective in a variety of settings, have amassed a robust evaluation record, and are widely employed nationally and internationally.
Relevant Government Agencies
Dept of Justice, State Government, County Government, City Government, Municipal Government, State & Local Government
Event Type
Webcast
This event has no exhibitor/sponsor opportunities
When
Tue, Jun 20, 2023, 3:00pm - 4:15pm
ET
Cost
Complimentary: $ 0.00
Website
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Organizer
Justice Clearinghouse
