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Office of Violence Prevention

Bureau/Office
Public Safety
The Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) was created on July 17, 2006. It reflects priorities identified by City Council to build a more family-friendly city and increase public safety.
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Office of Violence Prevention Community Work Session

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About the Office of Violence Prevention

Office of Violence Prevention

Violence Prevention Programs

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2025 Spring Break Youth Safety Initiative

Photo of participants at the Office of Violence Prevention community work session on August 12, 2024.

Community Peace Collaborative (CPC)

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Place-Based Violence Intervention Project

Contact

Office of Violence Prevention Main Office

ovp@portlandoregon.gov

Mailing address

1120 SW 5th Ave, Suite 114
Portland, OR 97204

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Events

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

The City of Portland’s Safe Blocks Program and the Portland Police Bureau are partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. They will be collecting tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs.

10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Community Event
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Community Peace Collaborative

Join us as the Portland Office of Violence Prevention's Community Peace Collaborative (CPC) meeting.

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Community Event
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Community Peace Collaborative

Join us as the Portland Office of Violence Prevention's monthly Community Peace Collaborative (CPC) meeting.

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Community Event
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Community Peace Collaborative

Join us as the Portland Office of Violence Prevention's Community Peace Collaborative (CPC) meeting.

10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Community Event
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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