Green Bay opens new Office of Violence Prevention facility on east side
Located at 617 N. Irwin Ave. on the city's east side, the new facility will provide participants with direct access to OVP team members who help guide individuals toward positive, constructive alternatives to violence.
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The space was made possible through a partnership with the Green Bay Area Public School District and the Medical College of Wisconsin. It features a state-of-the-art recording studio, lending library, video production tools, and interactive workshops that build life skills in collaboration with like-minded community organizations.
The OVP team uses the Rewire CBT approach, a proven method developed by the Roca Impact Institute in Massachusetts, to support participants through meaningful activities and life coaching.
'This new space is a testament to the important work being done by the OVP team,' said Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich. 'It enables them to connect directly with participants using evidence-based strategies that are already making a difference here in Green Bay.'
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To celebrate the milestone, the OVP is inviting media and community organizations to tour the space and learn about future initiatives.
'Having a dedicated space for this impactful work is a tremendous step forward for our community,' said OVP Director Andrea Kressin. 'We are deeply grateful to our partners for helping us create an environment where we can continue building a safer community for everyone.'
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