Trauma-informed care
OJJDP FY 2023 Post-Secondary Education Opportunities for Child Protection Professionals
OJJDP FY 2023 Juvenile Justice System Reform and Reinvestment Initiative
Children Exposed to Violence
Overview
Children are exposed to violence every day in their homes, schools, and communities. Such exposure can cause them significant physical, mental, and emotional harm with long-term effects that can last well into adulthood. Exposure to violence can limit children's potential and increase their likelihood of becoming involved in the juvenile or criminal justice system. These children are often more...