Statement on the Newly Created Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention
Milwaukee, Wis. – January 15, 2025 – On Tuesday, Governor Tony Evers signed an executive order to establish the statewide Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention. In response, Reggie Moore, Director of Community Safety Policy and Engagement in the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Comprehensive Injury Center, issued this statement:
“The Comprehensive Injury Center at the Medical College of Wisconsin has been committed to advancing research and practice to address violence as a public health issue since 1998. Governor Evers’ executive action to establish a statewide Office of Violence Prevention will add important infrastructure that can prevent harm and save lives from this preventable public health crisis.
In 2021, the state partnered with the Comprehensive Injury Center at the Medical College of Wisconsin to establish the first statewide fund to address violence as a public health issue. These funds have supported communities across the state, including the work of Focused Interruption in Madison.
Having an office focused on preventing violence that is situated directly within the state government ensures all Wisconsinites can have a voice in how to best address the issues impacting their local communities.
The Comprehensive Injury Center appreciates its continued partnership with the State of Wisconsin and remains committed partnering on the coordination, research, and capacity building of violence prevention efforts in Wisconsin.”
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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