Implementation Stage

Development of a Public Awareness Campaign

Recognizing that education and outreach are key to reporting, addressing, and, ultimately, reducing crimes committed against persons with disabilities, BPI developed and is implementing a public awareness campaign. The campaign distributes multimedia and other materials such as laminated cards, magnets, keychains, pens, water bottles, and brochures that are tailored to specific disciplines.

Foreword

Prevalence of Abuse

Risk Factors for Abuse

Challenges Victims Face

Reporting Requirements and Systemic Barriers

Investigations Advisory Panel

Implementation Committee

Formation of a Steering Committee

Creation of a Memorandum of Understanding

Implementation of Training Curricula

Recognition of Legislative Limitations

Development of a Public Awareness Campaign

Summary

Delaware

Ohio

Oregon

Level of Interest

Steering Committee

Memorandum of Understanding

Training

Evaluation

Summary

Conclusion

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