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National Institute of Justice (NIJ) has a commitment to evidence-based policing practices using rigorous evaluation methods to determine what works and what doesn't.  NIJ began the Research for the Real World Series to feature research that is changing our thinking about criminal justice policies and practices. This event is the 30th Research for the Real World panel. Video run time: 1 hour 43 min.

The Vicarious Trauma Toolkit includes tools and resources tailored specifically to the fields of victim services, emergency medical services, fire services, law enforcement, and other allied professionals, to help organizations mitigate the potentially negative effects of vicarious trauma, the exposure to the traumatic experiences of other people.

Video explores how changing the mindset of Law Enforcement officers in looking at DUI crashes as more than just a motor vehicle accident but as a crime involving a motor vehicle crash. If there is a crime, there is a victim who needs assistance and reassurance. Video run time: 11:17 min.

Video message from Acting Administrator of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Eileen Garry: Helping Tribes Heal From Within. Video run time: 3:03 min.

Deputy Director Kristen Mahoney on the Bureau of Justice Assistance Body-Worn Camera Toolkit. Law enforcement agencies are using body-worn cameras as a tool to improve interactions with the public, improve officer training, and as a useful evidentiary tool in investigations of serious and violent crime. Video run time: 3:38 min.

Ceremony to honor five remarkable Americans who rushed into harms way and prevented an even greater national tragedy.  White House Medal of Valor Awardees: Special Agents Crystal Griner and David Bailey (United States Capitol Police), and Officers Nichole Battaglia, Alex Jensen and Kevin Jobe (Alexandria Police Department, VA). Video run time: 23:07 min.

BJA Body-Worn Camera Technical and Training Assistance provider Dr. Mike White, from Arizona State University's School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, provides an update on existing and new trends in body-worn cameras including several BJA and NIJ funded research projects. Video run time: 17:47 min.

Video clarifies eligibility and offers application tips & tools for nominations. Created in 2001 by Congress, the Medal of Valor recognizes extraordinary acts of heroism and bravery on the part of our nation's public safety officers. It is the highest National Award for Valor by a Public Safety Officer. Video run time: 2:27 min.

The Bureau of Justice Assistance and National Institute of Justice help law enforcement purchase body armor that has been tested and certified compliant with safety standards. Kile Russell describes how body armor saved his life. The Bulletproof Vest Partnership has helped to purchase over 1.2 million protective vests. The compliance testing program uses standards of conformity assessment for quality assurance of body armor. Video run time: 5:14 min.