About Us | Office of Justice Programs

The Office of Justice Programs is the largest grantmaking component of the Department of Justice and houses the Department’s criminal and juvenile justice-related science, statistics, and programmatic agencies. OJP provides federal leadership, funding, training and technical assistance, research and statistics, and other critical resources to advance work that strengthens community safety, promotes civil rights and equity, increases access to justice, supports crime victims and individuals impacted by the justice system, and builds trust between law enforcement and communities.

Our Vision

Safe and Just Communities

Our Values

Justice-oriented
Fair and Transparent
Evidence-informed
Equity-based

Our Mission

To provide resources, leadership, and solutions to advance community safety, build community trust, and strengthen the community’s role as co-producer of safety and justice.

OJP Goals

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Advance Public Safety, Prevent Gun Violence, and Increase Community Trust

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Accelerate Justice System Reforms That Promote Community Safety and Well-Being, Racial Equity and Justice for All

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Transform the Juvenile Justice System Into One That Is Effective and Equitable, Treats Children as Children, and Empowers Youth to Lead Healthy, Productive Lives Free From Crime and Violence

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Ensure Rights, Access to Services and Resources, and Equity for All Victims of Crime

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Advance Science and Innovation to Guide Policy and Practice

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Achieve Organizational Excellence Across OJP

Offices

Office of the Assistant Attorney General

Program Offices

Bureau of Justice Assistance

Bureau of Justice Statistics

National Institute of Justice

Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention

Office for Victims of Crime

Office of Sex Offender Sentencing, Monitoring, Apprehending, Registering, and Tracking

Business Offices

Equal Employment Opportunity Office

Office of Administration

Office of Audit, Assessment, and Management

Office of the Chief Financial Officer

Office of the Chief Information Officer

Office of Communications

Office for Civil Rights

Office of the General Counsel

General Information

For Congress

This section is specifically dedicated to meeting the needs of Members of Congress and their staff. Please see below for quick links to information that may interest you.

If you need additional information or if we can be of further assistance, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]. We look forward to working with you!

Frequently Requested Information

If you need assistance with the status of a grant, please have the applicant's name and the grant program before calling.

Congressional Testimony
Funding Opportunities
OJP Grants and Funding Statistics
Press Releases
Publications

OJP Congressional Notifications

Congressional members and staff may be added to our electronic notification list by sending an e-mail to [email protected] or by calling 202-307-0703. E-mail participants will be sent press releases and special notices that may be of interest. Please include your congressional office, full name, phone number, and e-mail address.