OUR MISSION

The mission of our Center is to reduce the exposure to and impact of violence among children, teens, and families. We conduct community-focused research and design innovative, evidence-based programs that are implemented, disseminated and sustained across clinical, school and neighborhood settings. Our work is trauma-informed and rooted in racial equity and social justice.

FEATURED Program

Friend to Friend (F2F) is a school-based intervention program designed to reduce relational aggression among high-risk girls as well as improve the broader classroom climate in urban schools.

CVP LEADERSHIP

Stephen S. Leff, PhD
Co-Director
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Joel Fein, MD, MPH
Co-Director
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Michelle Abel, MSPH
Program Manager
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Lindsey Mitros
Outreach Manager
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ICYMI July 2022
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Opening the Philadelphia Gun Violence Victims Memorial
June 23, 2022
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Types of Violence Involving Youth

child sex trafficking
Child Sex Trafficking
Child sex trafficking is a complex public health issue which requires awareness and screening among youth-serving professionals to assist victims.
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school shootings
School Shootings
This section provides basic facts about the complex set of factors that contribute to school shootings and the effects of school shootings.
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Dating Violence
Dating Violence
Teen dating violence is a serious and disturbingly common problem with long-term consequences far beyond the immediate injury.
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suicide and self harm
Suicide and Self-Harm
Suicide is a serious problem in adolescents and young adults. Youth suicide and self-harm may result from depression and emotional distress.
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gun voilence
Gun Violence
The effect of gun violence on children is a public health issue. Enacting laws and improving public policy are key to solving the epidemic.
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BULLYING_IN_SCHOOLS
Bullying in Schools
Learn more about the types of bullying and harassment in schools (physical, social, or cyber) and why bullying is a prevalent form of youth violence.
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Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence and Child Abuse
Learn more about domestic violence, child abuse, and the other types of intimate partner violence.
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