myAIPMAn evaluation of the High Density Housing Program in the ACT
The HDHP draws on Australian research evidence that showed social approaches to crime prevention, including community development, can improve neighbourhood cohesion and are associated with reduced crime (Samuels et al. 2004). The HDHP has four primary objectives. It aims to promote community safety and security, prevent and reduce opportunities for crime in public housing sites and surrounding areas, develop pro-social and law abiding community engagement among residents and facilitate and support residents’ access to health, mental health, education and employment services.
Source: Morgan A, Brown R, Coughlan M, Boxall H & Davy D. 2018. Research Reports No. 6. Canberra: Australian Institute of Criminology. Read more here.