Next Step Violence Intervention

Next Step Program

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Support for Survivors of Violence

Next Step is a hospital-based violence intervention program that connects survivors of violent injury to resources and support. Since launching in 2016, the program has served over 900 participants. The goals of the Next Step program are to:

Reduce re-injury and re-hospitalization for survivors of violent injuries

Support positive development and holistic healing for survivors and families affected by violence

Foster awareness in the community for violence prevention and recovery strategies

Interrupt the cycle of community violence

Next Step is a partnership between Hennepin Healthcare, North Memorial, Children’s Minneapolis, Abbott Northwestern, and the City of Minneapolis, with additional support from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety – Office of Justice Programs.