Project Grant 15PNIJ23GG04267CVIP
Award Date
1/1/24
Completion Date
12/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$1.3M
Federal Agency
National Institute of Justice
Federal Grant Program
16.045
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
New Orleans, LA 70118, USA
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