The Institute for Public Safety and Justice was established with enhancement funding and a legislative mandate from the Council of the District Columbia. The Institute has a tripartite mission of research, training, and evaluation; coupled with an aggressive service and outreach thrust to government agencies, community-based organizations, faith based organizations, and other non-profit entities addressing the issues of crime, its related causal factors, and justice. It is an integral component of the Administration of Justice Program at the University of the District of Columbia and has the responsibility for implementation of the Program's contribution to the University's land grant mission. In carrying out the mission, the Institute has a primary role in strengthening and supporting the research and public policy components of the academic program in Administration of Justice at the University of the District of Columbia.
