Financial assistance for countering violent extremism

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $820,332 Project Grant under the Financial Assistance for Targeted Violence and Terrorism Prevention (CFDA 97.132) program to Teachers College Columbia University. The grant supports the college's initiatives to prevent targeted violence and terrorism in local communities across the United States. Funded activities include educational programs, community outreach, training, research studies, and technical assistance focused on recognizing risk factors, intervention approaches, threat assessments, and countering extremist ideologies that can lead to violence. The project aims to increase community awareness of signs of escalating violence, understanding threats, and enhancing local prevention capabilities. As a sub-awardee, Teachers College leverages its expertise in curriculum design, teacher preparation, and program assessment to contribute to this federal initiative.