Community relations

NIJ has launched an open competition to develop new methods for capturing community perceptions of police and public safety that are representative, cost effective, accurate across microgeographies, and capable of being administered frequently.

With this solicitation, NIJ seeks proposals for rigorous research and evaluation projects that address (1) re-allocation of resources and police operations and functions; (2) police use of force and de-escalations tactics and strategies; and (3) tactics and strategies that strengthen police-community relationships. These contemporary issues in policing are also reflected in the strategic priorities and objectives identified in NIJ’s Policing Strategic Research Plan, 2017-2022. Among...