Bridging Divides Initiative
BDI is a non-partisan research initiative at Princeton University that tracks and mitigates political violence in the United States.
Services
10Early Warning System for Violence PreventionThis program watches for early signs that violence might happen in communities. They collect information from many sources and share reports with community leaders and organizations. The system helps groups prepare for and respond to threats before they become bigger problems. They create regular reports about risk trends at the national and state level. They also provide special monitoring and support for high-risk states. The goal is to help communities stay safe by getting ahead of dangerous situations.
Cross-Sector Collaboration and ConveningThis service helps different community groups meet and work together to prevent violence and make neighborhoods safer. They organize meetings where organizations can share ideas, plan projects, and build partnerships to solve community problems together.
Early Action and Response Support for CommunitiesThis service helps community leaders get ready for and respond to political violence and threats. The team provides training, tools, and advice to help communities stay safe. They connect local groups with resources and help them build plans for when dangerous situations happen. In eight high-risk states, they give extra personalized support. The service includes alerts about emerging threats and direct help for community leaders who need to respond quickly to violence or safety concerns.
Risk and Resilience Mapping ToolsFree online tools that help communities understand and prepare for political violence risks. The maps show where problems might happen and connect you with local groups working to keep communities safe. You can find organizations that teach conflict resolution, de-escalation, and community safety. The tools include maps of demonstrations, violence data, and groups doing racial healing work. Perfect for community leaders, organizations, and anyone wanting to make their area safer.
A little simplification would be the first step toward rational living, I think.
Eleanor Roosevelt.