Missouri Foundation for Health Awards $1.5 Million for Gun Violence Prevention Research
Jan 3, 2020
Our Grants
The two year study will evaluate programs designed to reduce gun violence in schools by teaching youth to recognize and report potential violence and mental health threats and by increasing social inclusion at school.
Note: This project has changed from the original scope as a result of COVID-19-related disruptions to schools.
In Progress
Provide an evaluation of school-based interventions that aim to promote safety via early detection of signs of potential violent or self-harm behavior, build inclusivity and respect among students and staff, and encourage a culture of safety.
School-based interventions that promote early detection and encourage a culture of safety hold promise for reducing the burden of firearms violence among youth but have not been evaluated. Developing preliminary evidence of their effects will be important for schools considering how best to allocate resources to ensure student and staff safety.