City of San Jose, CA
04/23/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/23/2026 11:14
Media Advisory: Community Walks Together for Peace
Youth Violence Prevention Week highlights the City's ongoing commitment to preventing violence, supporting youth development, and strengthening neighborhoods through coordinated community partnerships.
SJYEA is a citywide collaborative focused on reducing youth violence and expanding opportunities for young people through prevention, intervention, and workforce development strategies. The alliance works with community organizations, schools, and public safety partners to ensure youth have access to the resources and support they need to succeed.
Over the past year, coordinated efforts through SJYEA have contributed to measurable progress across the city:
- A 5% decline in citywide juvenile arrests since 2024;
- An 11% decrease in critical school safety incidents;
- Three out of four priority schools reported a 5% reduction in chronic absenteeism; and
- 92% of BEST program participants reported having a trusted adult in their lives.
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