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Crime and Justice

How Tackling “Polyvictimization” in Queens Helped Survivors of Gender-Based Violence

Service providers are addressing the unique needs of clients who've experienced multiple types of victimization.

Crime and Justice

States are looking beyond the juvenile justice system to address school truancy

In crafting truancy policies, some states are acknowledging barriers to attending school and finding promising alternatives to punishment.

Crime and Justice

Latinx immigrant crime victims fear seeking help

Latinx immigrants are more likely to be victims of certain crimes compared with nonimmigrants, but they face barriers accessing victim services.

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Vice President, Housing Finance Policy

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