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A Bay Area violence prevention program led to a 61% drop in gun violence, new research shows
A UC Berkeley study reports Richmond, California’s violence prevention initiative cut gun violence by 61%, a decline about three times larger than the nationwid
By Strategic Communications · 2026-08-31T18:33:01.492Z
A UC Berkeley study reports Richmond, California’s violence prevention initiative cut gun violence by 61%, a decline about three times larger than the nationwide average. This matters for policymakers and communities seeking effective strategies; the paper details the program’s components, evaluation methods and potential for replication.
Read the full article here https://publichealth.berkeley.edu/articles/spotlight/research/gun violence program responsible for decline