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Empowering Leaders. Transforming Communities.

The Center for Public Safety and Justice addresses the most pressing challenges of our time by promoting innovation, education, and leadership development in public safety.

About Our Work

Our Mission

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Education

The Center for Public Safety and Justice provides world-class education to current and future public safety leaders.

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Research

The Center improves public safety by facilitating applied research and scholarship.

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Networking and Innovation

Connect and collaborate with the Center's expansive network of industry and education partners.

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Lead the Way

Advance your career in public safety with our undergraduate and graduate programs, designed to put you at the forefront of the field.

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In The News

  • A drone shot of the attendees at the Leading Without a Badge Summit
    April 23, 2025

    Beyond the Badge

    Professional staff from 103 agencies gathered at UVA's Leading Without a Badge Summit to elevate civilian leadership in law enforcement and public safety.
  • Person Outside of the Gates at Auschwitz
    April 17, 2025

    Never Again

    UVA Master of Public Safety students travel to Poland for the International March of the Living to study policing history during the Holocaust and apply lessons to modern law enforcement.
  • disaster preparedness and response panel
    April 8, 2025

    Grace Under Pressure

    Experts reveal essential disaster preparedness strategies for emergency management professionals facing rising climate threats and resource challenges in rural communities.
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Featured Event
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Join fellow public safety professionals for a summit designed to highlight the role of non-sworn leaders in law enforcement and serve as a unique networking event to exchange best practices and recommendations to navigate organizational culture and make an impact within your jurisdiction.
May 22–24, 2025
Kimpton the Forum Hotel
540 Massie Road
Charlottesville , VA 22903