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OJJDP Announces New Funding Opportunities

Explore FY 2025 open funding opportunities from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.

Read New Model Programs Guide Literature Reviews

OJJDP has released the following literature reviews: Status Offenses, Mental Health: How the Juvenile Justice System Addresses Youths' Mental Health, and Mental Health: The Influence of Mental Health on Juvenile Justice System Involvement.

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Vision Statement

OJJDP envisions a nation where all children are free from crime and violence. Youth contact with the justice system should be rare, fair, and beneficial.

Mission Statement

OJJDP provides national leadership, coordination, and resources to prevent and respond to youth delinquency and victimization. The Office helps states, localities, and Tribes develop effective juvenile justice systems that create safer communities and empower youth to lead productive lives.

Learn about Funding

Learn about Funding

OJJDP funding programs support state and community efforts to develop effective prevention and intervention programs and to improve juvenile justice systems.
Access Resources

Access Resources

OJJDP produces and sponsors numerous publications and products each year that focus on different aspects of juvenile justice.
Find Programs

Find Programs

OJJDP sponsors programs to prevent and respond to juvenile delinquency and victimization and improve juvenile justice systems.
Participate in Events

Participate in Events

Learn about upcoming webinars and in-person conferences and training opportunities that support OJJDP's mission.