Presidents Day closure

Most City of Portland offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16. Recreation centers may be open, check before you go.

Portland and the federal government

Learn about our sanctuary city status, efforts to block federal overreach: Portland.gov/Federal

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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2026 Spring Break Youth Safety Initiative Sponsorship

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 Safer Portland Grant

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

Community Peace Collaborative (CPC)

Contact

Office of Violence Prevention Main Office

ovp@portlandoregon.gov

Mailing address

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

Related offices, programs, and projects

A view of Portland and Mt. Hood

Community Safety Division

Rose City Self-Defense

Rose City Self-Defense (RCSD)

Safe Blocks Program

Safe Blocks

Gun Violence Reduction Strategy

Portland Ceasefire

Events

Personal Safety & Self-Defense Workshop

Come join Rose City Self-Defense and the Safe Blocks Program in collaboration with the library for an Introductory Personal Safety and Self-Defense workshop to learn empowering skills to help keep yourself and your young ones safe and strong! Snacks provided for all attendees.

5:30 pm – 7:30 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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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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More events

Past Meetings and Hearings

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