Officer safety
BJA Acting Director Commemorates America's Fallen Officers for National Police Weekend
October 2021
During this video, which was released at the beginning of National Police Weekend (October 13-17, 2021), Bureau of Justice Assistance Acting Director Kristen Mahoney expresses her gratitude to the nation's members of law enforcement, their fallen partners, as well as their families.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Toolkit for the Law Enforcement Community Released
Access the toolkit for fact sheets and customizable materials.
Mental Health
Discover funding opportunities and awards, program details, recent news and resource releases, trainings and toolkits, and videos related to mental health.
New Blog Post: Ensuring Officer Health and Wellness During Difficult Times
Read the blog post to learn about how BJA supports officer wellness efforts.
Ensuring Officer Health and Wellness During Difficult Times
The Bureau of Justice Assistance is fully invested in the safety and wellness of officers, their families, and professional support staff.
Officer Health and Wellness Agency Assessment Tool and Action Planning Roadmap Released
The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), in partnership with the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), has released Officer Health and Wellness Agency Assessment Tool and Action Planning Roadmap.
A comprehensive strategy to promote officer safety and wellness requires a multi-faceted approach addressing a variety of essential topics. The information contained in this resource is intended to serve as a guide for law enforcement...
Now Available: Staying Healthy in the Fray: The Impact of Crowd Management on Officers in the Context of Civil Unrest
Access the new resource from the National Police Foundation.
Nominations Now Being Accepted for the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor
Nominations accepted until July 31, 2021.