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Office of Violence Prevention

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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.
Mailing address
449 NE Emerson St.
Portland, OR 97211
OVP@portlandoregon.gov
phone number 503-823-4180

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The Work of the Office of Violence Prevention

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Comprehensive Gang Assessment for Multnomah County

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Community Peace Collaborative

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OVP In the News

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Portland Gun Violence Assessment/Cost of Violence Report

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