With this solicitation, the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) seeks applications for grant funds from state, local, campus, and tribal law enforcement to enhance training via the utilization of fully immersive virtual reality-based technology. The training should improve responses to individuals in crisis and improve the de-escalation skills of participants. A plan for how the proposed technology will be integrated into applicant agency’s existing training should be developed.
Eligible Applicants:
- City or township governments
- County governments
- Native American tribal governments (federally recognized)
- Public and state controlled institutions of higher education
- State governments
See the solicitation for additional opportunity and eligibility details, as well as directions on how to apply.
Awards
Number of Awards: 9
Total Amount Awarded: $6,582,822
BJA FY 23 Virtual Reality De-escalation Site-Based Initiative
Enhancing Crisis Response and De-escalation Training through AI-Assisted Virtual Reality Technology
Evidence Based Virtual Reality De-escalation Police Training for Diverse Communities
Implementing a Virtual Reality Based De-escalation Scenario Training Program for the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office.
Michigan De-escalation
The Rutherford County FY23 VR project provides deputies alternatives to use of force with enhanced de-escalation techniques in partnership with community members and backed by evidence-based training.
Virtual Reality De-escalation Site-Based Initiative
Virtual Reality De-escalation Training Funding for CDOC
Virtual Reality Simulation to Enhance De-escalation Training for Police Officers
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