ABS Consulting Solutions
Empowering Communities Through public safety
Strategic Solutions for Cities and Nonprofits Committed to Safer Communities
Customized Solutions
Free Initial Consultation
Over 20+ Years of Experience
Core Services
Structuring An Office of Violence Prevention
We offer comprehensive consulting services that begin with conducting asset mapping and assessing community readiness to ensure initiatives are grounded in local strengths and realities. Our team analyzes the institutional and political landscape to identify opportunities and barriers, then works with stakeholders to develop a clear mission, staffing models, and operational plans for Offices of Violence Prevention (OVPs). We specialize in designing trauma-informed, non-enforcement strategies and building public health-based frameworks to reduce gun violence and promote long-term community safety.
Strategic Planning and Implementation
We support agencies in facilitating meaningful stakeholder engagement and fostering inter-agency collaboration to ensure aligned, community-informed efforts. We develop strategic plans with clear, measurable goals and equity-focused metrics, and we create detailed program logic models and implementation timelines to guide effective, results-driven execution.
Guiding Agencies Through Challenging Environments
We advise agencies on effective strategies for engaging city councils and mayors to build political support for violence prevention initiatives. Our services include support with budget development, grant writing, and identifying sustainable funding models. We help navigate political sensitivities and community resistance, while also mediating inter-departmental tensions and bridging cross-sector mistrust to foster collaboration and trust.
Community Engagement
We train community-based organizations on proven violence interruption models and begin by conducting asset mapping to identify local strengths and resources. We help establish local advisory committees and build community feedback loops to ensure residents have a voice in shaping solutions. Our approach fosters strong coalitions among public safety, public health, and community stakeholders, creating a united front to prevent violence and promote community wellbeing.
Police/Community Relations
We design strategies that foster trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve by promoting transparency, accountability, and mutual understanding. Our work includes facilitating joint trainings and developing coordinated intervention protocols, while also creating public forums and engagement processes that encourage open dialogue. We support police departments in embracing non-enforcement roles within violence prevention efforts, aligning their practices with public health and community-centered approaches.
Why Choose ABS Consulting Services?
With over 25 years of leadership in violence prevention, community development, and institutional reform, ABS Consulting Solutions brings direct experience working with city councils, police departments, and nonprofit organizations. The firm has a proven track record of helping cities secure and implement multi-million-dollar public safety grants. Its approach is culturally responsive, equity-driven, and trauma-informed, grounded in a deep understanding of the political, financial, and community dynamics that shape successful violence prevention efforts.
Target Clients
ABS Consulting Solutions partners with city governments launching or restructuring Offices of Violence Prevention (OVPs), public health departments integrating community safety initiatives, and foundations or philanthropies investing in community violence reduction. We also support police departments seeking to adopt non-enforcement, collaborative strategies that align with public health and community-based approaches.
Consulted Cities & Agencies
City of Savannah Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement – Feb 2024
Provided strategic consultation in the recruitment and selection of the Director, ensuring alignment with the city’s violence prevention goals and community engagement priorities.
City of Long Beach – Oct 2024
Conducted strategic consultations to support development, implementation, and long-term sustainability of their OVP, focusing on infrastructure, cross-sector collaboration, and community-centered design.
City of Fayetteville, NC. Office of Community Safety – May 2024
Advised on the recruitment of the inaugural Director, helping define leadership competencies rooted in innovation and public trust.
Jewish Community Relations Council Bay Area – Sep 2024
Provided consultation for establishing an OVP in the San Jose area, offering best practices, operational frameworks, and tailored local recommendations.
City of Fresno – Mar 2025
Guided evaluation of city violence intervention efforts and advised on how an OVP could support coordination, responsiveness, and improved outcomes.
