Invent2Prevent

Invent2Prevent is an innovative, experiential learning program that challenges high school and college students to create and implement their own dynamic products, tools, or initiatives to address acts of targeted violence, hate or terrorism in their specific communities. Teams compete at the high school level for awards of $5,000 for first place; $3,000 for second place; and $1,000 for third place. Teams compete at the college level for awards of $10,000 for first place; $5,000 for second place; and $3,000 for third place. Top-place collegiate-level finishers also have the option to enter a one-year sustainment program. Invent2Prevent is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships and managed by EdVenture Partners, the McCain Institute, and Credence Management Solutions, LLC.

Last reviewed: 2023

Intended Outcomes:

Objectives for student teams participating in Invent2Prevent are asked to design, implement, and measure the success of a unique social or digital product, tool, or initiative that:
  • MOTIVATES or EMPOWERS a defined target audience to become involved in preventing targeted violence and terrorism.
  • LEVERAGES social media or digital platforms to drive rich engagement with a target audience and catalyzes a network to get involved in preventing targeted violence and terrorism.
  • PROPOSES a product, tool, or initiative with a strong call-to-action to prevent targeted violence and terrorism.
  • OPTIMIZES the sustainability and scalability of the project to continue its progression and evolution beyond the program term.

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Program/Practice Website:
https://www.edventurepartners.com/invent2prevent

Relevant Published, Peer-Reviewed Research:

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Additional Sources:

https://www.mccaininstitute.org/programs/preventing-targeted-violence/invent2prevent/

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Invent2Prevent was unable to be rated because it is considered to be a campaign, not a program. Research is unavailable for Invent2Prevent.

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The California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare:
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