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Although prevention is recognized as a critical priority for reducing violence, generally the investment in prevention has not followed accordingly. Therefore, it is essential for prevention practitioners to utilize limited resources in ways that realize the best possible impact. Understanding prevention in theory is a key way to improve outcomes. The downloadable Tip Sheets below were created to assist visitors in assessing their current knowledge of prevention theories and to motivate all to continue boosting their skills for this important work.

A Case for Prevention

The Value of Community-based Prevention

Your Role in Preventing Violence

Defining Prevention

A Violence Prevention Glossary

The Spectrum of Prevention

Principles of Prevention

The Social Ecology

Social Change Theory

Linkages Among Forms of Violence

Risk and Protective Factors


Additional Tip Sheets on Prevention in Practice are available by clicking the menu at the left.

   

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