Both IACP and the Joyce Foundation are deeply concerned about the far- reaching economic and social effects of gun violence. They recognize the need to develop a sound body of data and research to increase understanding of firearms violence and to encourage the study of best practices among law enforcement officials and policymakers. They are committed to aiding in the development and promotion of educated policy reform regarding firearms violence at the local, state and national levels. Collaboration between the IACP and the Joyce Foundation seeks to address all aspects of gun violence and to invigorate and strengthen the efforts of law enforcement officials, criminal justice agencies, the medical and health communities, advocacy groups, and policy makers in combating firearms violence.
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About The Joyce Foundation
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Based in Chicago with assets of $900 million, the Joyce Foundation supports efforts to strengthen public policies in ways that improve quality of life in the Great Lakes region. Since 1993, the Foundation has made more than $30 million in grants to groups seeking public health solutions that offer promise of reducing gun deaths and injuries in America. Other program areas are Education, Employment, Environment, Money and Politics and Culture.
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Joyce Foundation
70 W. Madison Street
Chicago, IL 60602
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Gun Violence Programs Contact:
Senior Program Officer
Nina Vinik
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www.joycefdn.org/Programs/GunViolence/
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Six Topics Addressed
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IACP and the Joyce Foundation have identified six areas of concern pertaining to the issue of gun violence. These topics were examined at the summit and will remain an important aspect of any additional partnership projects.
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- Illegal Firearm Trafficking
- Gang/Youth Violence
- Illicit Drug Markets and Guns
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- Suicide
- Domestic Violence
- Officer Safety
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2008-2009 Project Initiatives
Project Highlights Summer 2008
Law Enforcement Leadership Roundtables
During the summer of 2008 the IACP/Joyce Foundation Taking A Stand Against Gun Violence initiative is being rolled out in both cities and states across the U.S. Project work includes both local jurisdictions as well as statewide planning. Target states include Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. Target Cities include Chicago, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Each pilot implementation is being designed to meet the needs of the state or city and will include initiation, outreach, strategy development, implementation and ultimately evaluation of Taking A Stand recommendations. IACP staff support will be provided to each jurisdiction.
Dates:
Law Enforcement Leadership Roundtables
- Identify core areas for improvement and development
- Categorize state-specific needs surrounding Taking A Stand recommendations
- Prioritize short and long term goals
- Develop a strategy that can be implemented to reduce gun violence
- Create an action plan to implement specific strategies
- Track progress and development using IACP resources and support
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Joining Forces Newsletter: A Committed Course of Action
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The Joining Forces Newsletter is released periodically throughout the year and will be posted on this website. Future Issues will highlight successful research, best practices in the area of gun violence, forums and programs that law enforcement officials and their agencies can get involved bin, and future updates and progress on the partnership between IACP and the Joyce Foundation.
Volume 1: Issue 1
Volume 1: Issue 2
Volume 1: Issue 3
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