May 6, 2022

Grants to Train Officers in Crisis Response – Due June 1

U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), and Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) grants to USA and territories local, state, and tribal governments to train officers in crisis response are now available. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for the development and implementation of a training program that prepares officers for interaction with individuals who have behavioral health conditions or disabilities.

This program seeks applications from states, local governments, and Indian tribes to:

  • Plan, develop, and deploy a best practice crisis response and intervention training program for officers that includes participation and input from their community, behavioral health, and other social service providers, as appropriate.
  • Develop a strategy for deploying officers trained in delivering appropriate responses during interactions with individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis or interactions with individuals who have disabilities.
  • Evaluate, improve, and sustain community engagement and a best practice program.

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OJP Priority Areas