Dr. Deanna Ashley, VPA


Introduction
To encourage enhanced community relations with a view to quelling the levels of crime affecting Jamaicans, the Foundation pledged J$3 million to the Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA) for distribution over three years. The funds are assisting the VPA in implementing extensive work plans, which are geared towards increasing the success of violence prevention programmes in Jamaica. This includes projects in the areas of research and development, education and reporting, technical assistance for associated programmes, funding acquisition, policy development, and advocacy. Learn more about the Violence Prevention Alliance.