Media releases
The Violence Reduction Unit Is Here To Stay
The Victorian Government announced $30 million in funding for the Victoria's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU).
Sport To Keep Victorians Safe And Kids Engaged
The Victorian Government announced another 8 providers who will help students stay engaged and on track through sport, in addition to 4 providers announced last year.
Early Intervention Officers To Keep Kids And Victorians Safe
The Victorian Government has selected 23 schools across Victoria selected to receive Early Intervention Officers.
Violence Reduction Unit Deploying In Mernda
Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) is working with Victoria Police and the Department of Education to deploy a coordinated response in Mernda.
Supporting Young Victorians Through Early Intervention
The Victorian Government is strengthening early intervention and mental health support for young Victorians – helping them stay engaged and connected with their communities as they approach adulthood.
Protecting Kids From Gangs
The Victorian Government announced the Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) will roll out a new anti-gang program.
Stopping Crime Before It Starts - Through Sport
Victoria’s Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) will stop crime before it starts with programs to get at-risk students into sports, arts and other positive activities to help them stay on track.
Early Intervention Officers In Schools To Keep Kids On Track
Victoria’s Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) will put social workers in 20 targeted schools to intervene early in the lives of children who are heading down the wrong path.
Violence Reduction Unit To Stop Crime Before It Starts
Victoria will join Scotland and London as a world-leader in reducing violent youth crime through early intervention.
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