Violence, substance abuse, unprotected sex, and related risky behaviors take a major toll on both the lives of individuals and the vibrancy of communities. This center works with families, schools, community-based organizations, and health services and conducts extensive research to better understand why people engage in risky behaviors and what can be done to create supportive environments that reduce risk-taking and promote health and resiliency. Center staff have special expertise in the prevention of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections and in addressing the links between multiple risk and problem behaviors.
Director: Lydia O'Donnell