Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Center for Injury Prevention & Control

Since 1993, the Injury Center has established itself as a leader in protecting Americans from injury and violence. Our mission is to prevent injury, overdose, suicide, and violence across the lifespan through science and action. We work proactively with our partners to track trends, conduct research, raise awareness, and implement prevention programs.

Over the past 32 years, the Injury Center has continually evolved and adapted to address the most pressing public health challenges—from suicide and overdose to child abuse and community violence, with a focus on groups of people who are disproportionately at risk. We build partnerships, spearhead research, and implement programs to prevent injury and improve public health.

The Injury Center commits more than 80% of its annual budget to partners outside the federal government like states, localities, tribes, and non-profit organizations. This funding supports critical prevention efforts in communities across the country.

The Injury Center concentrates efforts on those at greatest risk for injury and violence to elevate the health and well-being of all people. Across many topics, we are working to ensure equity in policies, programs, and services related to injury and violence.