Summary
The "Social and Economic Costs of Violence-Workshop Summary" released by the Institute of Medicine presents a comprehensive framework for thinking about the impact of violence, exploring costs beyond the direct economic effects of violence.
In the Institute of Medicine publication, Rachel Davis, Project Director for UNITY, makes the case for violence prevention as the single most effective way to promote economic development. In addition, UNITY Co-Chair Dr. Deborah Prothrow-Stith highlights the importance of understanding the definition of violence within its cultural context in performing data analysis.
Download "Social and Economic Costs of Violence-Workshop Summary" to learn more about successes and challenges in calculating the direct and indirect costs of violence.