NIJ FY24 Longitudinal Research on Delinquency and Crime

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), specifically the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) and the Office of Justice Programs (OJP), is inviting applications for financial grants under their NIJ FY24 Longitudinal Research on Delinquency and Crime program. The program's main objective is to foster research and development efforts focused on promoting civil rights, ensuring equity, enhancing access to justice, and supporting crime victims.

In partnership with the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), the NIJ aims to fund the expansion or extension of currently ongoing longitudinal research studies that emphasize delinquency and crime across a person's lifespan. The studies will provide important insights into the reasons behind the start, continuation, and cessation of criminal and delinquent behavior. This knowledge will then be used to devise more effective prevention and intervention strategies to deter delinquent and criminal paths.

Ultimately, this funding program is tied to the wider mission of the Department of Justice, which is to enforce the rule of law, maintain safety, and safeguard civil rights across the country. Therefore, organizations or individuals interested in expanding their ongoing research relating to delinquency and crime should consider applying for this grant.