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Mental Health

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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 BJA resources that are related to mental health matters:

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BJA Programs

Following are some of the BJA programs that focus on the mental health of public safety personnel and those who come into contact with the justice system:

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Additional Resources

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Police-Mental Health Collaboration Toolkit
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Date Created: September 17, 2021