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Grant for De-escalation and Crisis Response Training Program Development

This opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) supports the development and implementation of de-escalation and crisis response training for law enforcement and correctional agencies. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Department of Justice - Eligible Applicants: - State, local, and tribal governments - Law enforcement agencies, correctional facilities, probation and parole departments, sheriff’s departments - Products/Services Requested: - Development, implementation, or expansion of de-escalation and crisis response training programs - Focus on improving officer response to individuals in crisis, including those with behavioral health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries - Training may include tactical skills, strategies, and technology to enhance safety and officer wellbeing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - No specific OEMs, vendors, or products are named - Maximum grant award is $700,000 - No cost sharing or matching required - Funding instrument is a discretionary grant - Emphasis on law enforcement, justice, and legal services

Description

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) supports state, local, and tribal governments, law enforcement agencies, correctional facilities, probation and parole departments, and sheriff’s departments in developing, implementing, or expanding de-escalation and crisis response training programs. The programs aim to improve law enforcement responses and outcomes for individuals in crisis with behavioral health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or traumatic brain injuries. The training equips officers with tactical skills, strategies, and technology to effectively de-escalate crisis situations, enhance safety, and protect officer wellbeing.

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