The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) helps America’s state, local, and tribal jurisdictions reduce and prevent crime, lower recidivism, and promote a fair and safe criminal justice system. BJA provides a wide range of resources through programs and services, including training and technical assistance, to address chronic and emerging criminal justice challenges nationwide. Following are a sampling of available BJA resources that are specifically related to law enforcement matters:
Awards
Funding Opportunities
Recent News
New from the Justice Today Podcast
Recent Publications
- FY 2023 Solicitation Overview: Virtual Reality Training Development for Law Enforcement Program
- Law Enforcement and First Responder Deflection - Pathways to Deflection Case Studies Series: First Responder and Officer Referral Pathway
- Children on the Autism Spectrum: Search Protocols & Questionnaire for First Responders
BJA Programs
Following are some of the BJA programs that focus on law enforcement and supporting officers:
- Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program
- Emmett Till Cold Case Investigations and Prosecution Program
- Law Enforcement Knowledge Lab
- Local Law Enforcement Crime Gun Intelligence Center Integration Initiative
- Mass Violence Advisory Initiative (MVAI)
- Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Program
- Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN)
- Public Safety Officers' Benefits (PSOB) Program
- Smart Policing Initiative (SPI)
- VALOR Officer Safety and Wellness Initiative
This page is updated regularly as new resources are released.