Portland Office of Violence Prevention is accepting applications for the 2026 Spring Break Youth Safety Initiative Sponsorship

The deadline to apply is February 18, 2026 at 12 p.m.

February 2, 2026 3:36 pm News article

SKY Schools Program Returns to Kellogg Middle School

This initiative equips youth and educators with evidence‑based breathing techniques, social‑emotional learning and leadership skills that promote resilience and reduce violence.

January 13, 2026 9:08 am News article

City of Portland announces Jamie Evans-Butler to lead the Office of Violence Prevention

The City of Portland's Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) is pleased to announce the hiring of Jamie Evans-Butler as its next Program Manager, following a highly competitive recruitment process that drew more than 120 applicants from across the country.

December 16, 2025 12:25 pm News article

Rose City Self-Defense Fall 2025 Newsletter

October 22, 2025 12:14 pm News article

Rose City Self-Defense is looking for volunteer instructors

The deadline to apply is October 31, 2025

October 20, 2025 10:20 am News article

Portland ranks No. 4 among U.S. cities for preventing and reducing gun violence

Recognition builds on Portland’s decrease in violent crime .

October 9, 2025 12:00 pm News article

Portland names Bob Cozzie as deputy city administrator for public safety

Longtime public safety leader Bob Cozzie will serve as Portland’s deputy city administrator for public safety.

September 18, 2025 10:00 am News article

Personal safety workshop on August 19 a success

August 26, 2025 8:17 am News article

Lents Youth Initiative 2025 Report

August 25, 2025 3:18 pm News article

Dawson Park resource fair summary - July 1, 2025

July 21, 2025 8:45 am News article

2025 Safer Portland Grant recipients

June 17, 2025 8:15 am News article

Powellhurst-Gilbert Party in Park! - May 29, 2025

June 13, 2025 10:24 am News article

Dawson Park resource fair event highlights - June 3, 2025

June 12, 2025 8:45 am News article

Portland names interim deputy city administrator for public safety

Bob Cozzie, who has served as director of emergency communications since 2018, replaces outgoing service area leader Mike Myers.

May 28, 2025 8:29 am News article

Dawson Park resource fair event highlights - May 6, 2025

May 14, 2025 1:55 pm News article

Portland Office of Violence Prevention brings safety training to David Douglas High School

May 13, 2025 9:42 am News article

National Youth Violence Prevention Week 2025 – Community, Connection, and Celebration

Highlights of 2025 National Youth VIolence Prevention Week.

May 12, 2025 2:10 pm News article

Mayor Wilson Proclaims April 28th - May 2nd to be National Youth Violence Prevention Week

The City of Portland is committed to addressing the root causes of violence and promoting education, mentorship, mental health support, and positive youth development.

April 29, 2025 10:10 am News article

National Youth Violence Prevention Week 2025 Activities

April 22, 2025 8:53 am News article

2025 Spring Break Youth Safety Initiative Recipients

The following organizations received funding to help reduce gun violence through community-based prevention efforts.

April 8, 2025 8:08 am News article