Public Safety

In a 2024 survey of U.S. adults, Pew Research found that a growing share of Americans say reducing crime should be a top policy priority, up 58% from 47% in 2021. Working with city leaders, C2C researchers tackle issues of public safety, police discrimination, and youth violence. Community-focused research is crucial for developing effective policies that keep our neighborhoods safe and enhance well-being. ​

To date, our findings have been adopted by states seeking to reduce discrimination in traffic stops and cities seeking to reduce youth violence through programs such as summer youth employment.

Check out our new and ongoing projects below or get in touch if you have a research question you want answered.