Sep 2023

Measuring the Impact of Choose to Change and the Strategic Decision Support Centers

This infographic showcases the results from the Crime Lab’s evaluation of the Choose to Change program and the Strategic Decision Support Centers.

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Video about the Narcotics Arrest Diversion Program
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Video about the Narcotics Arrest Diversion Program

Jun 2023

This video provides an overview of the Crime Lab’s evaluation of the Narcotics Arrest Diversion Program, a program implemented by the community behavioral health provider Thresholds.

Latest Updates

Strides for Peace Expo Inspires Chicago to Unite Against Gun Violence
Media Mention
Chicago Defender
Dec 2024

Strides for Peace Expo Inspires Chicago to Unite Against Gun Violence

Strides for Peace executive director Joel Hamernick cited Crime Lab research during the Second Annual Strides for Peace Gun Violence Prevention Expo showing that students who transfer schools twice during high school are 80% more likely to become involved in gun violence.

Chattanooga Police Chief John Chambers Completes University Of Chicago Crime Lab’s Policing Leadership Academy
Media Mention
The Chattanoogan
Dec 2024

Chattanooga Police Chief John Chambers Completes University Of Chicago Crime Lab’s Policing Leadership Academy

Chattanooga Police Department Chief John Chambers graduated from the University of Chicago Crime Lab’s Policing Leadership Academy, an education program dedicated to reducing violent crime and improving police effectiveness.

Birmingham PD part of leadership training study designed to reduce violent crime
Media Mention
WBRC 6 News
Dec 2024

Birmingham PD part of leadership training study designed to reduce violent crime

WBRC 6 News covers Birmingham Police Department Captain Michael Sellers’ graduation from the Policing Leadership Academy (PLA), the first officer from Alabama to participate in the program.