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To prevent violence and improve security, we work with governments and civil society on implementing comprehensive approaches through multi-sectorial collaboration and technical support to institutions on addressing youth crime and violence as well as community policing efforts.

Youth in Conflict-Affected Areas

The USAID Human Rights Activity increases the capacity of governments and local organizations to promote human rights and protect vulnerable populations. Chief of Party Kelly Brooks shares insights on youth development in Colombia.

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Juan Barco

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Enrique Betancourt

Director, Citizen Security Initiative

Tomas Bridle

Global Practice Lead, Democracy and Governance Practice Management Team

Enrique Rivas

Managing Director, Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Business Unit

Raúl Soto

Chief of Party, USAID Violence Prevention and Reduction Activity (PREVI)

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Ariana Szepesi-Colmenares

Director, New Business Development, Latin America and the Caribbean

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Reducing Crime and Restoring Trust in Mexico

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Stop, Look, and Listen! Preventing Recruitment of Youth into Illicit Activities in Southern Colombia

Harnessing Technology to Address Gross Human Rights Violations

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Don’t Fight the System: 3 Steps to Apply the Local Systems Framework

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Of Banks and Barrios: Engaging Local Partners to Reduce and Prevent Violence

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