Community Violence Prevention RESOURCE FOR ACTION: A Compilation of the Best Available Evidence for Youth and Young Adults - CDC

Community Violence Prevention Resource for Action presents research-informed strategies to prevent violence affecting youth and young adults and reduce its consequences. Published by CDC in 2024, it updates and expands the agency’s 2016 youth violence prevention resource. The guide addresses economic security, education, safer environments, healthy family relationships, personal skills, connections with caring adults, and interventions for people affected by violence. It also discusses community conditions, partnerships, and evaluation of prevention efforts. Intended for professionals and community organizations, the resource provides examples of programs, policies, and practices to support coordinated prevention planning.