Low Cost Interventions
2. Violence-Interruption 'Go Bags' for Outreach Workers
Compact kits that let outreach workers (‘violence interrupters’) and field workers effectively mediate violent situations and/or protect vulnerable people. These include bags, power banks, first aid and trauma mini kits, torches, ponchos, gloves, notebooks, and mediation cue cards.
Costing for 20 kits:
Bags (heavy duty, hi-vis): £500-£700
Power banks/cables: £300-£400
First aid/trauma minis: £700-£1000
Torches/ponchos/gloves/notebooks: £300-£500
Mediation cue cards/quick references: £100-£200
Total: £1,900-£2,800
Sourcing & assembly: 1-2 weeks
One day briefing for team use & safety: 1 day
Total: 1-2 weeks
Replenish consumables: £200-£300
Replace worn bags/power banks: £200-£400
Annual Maintenance Cost: £400-£700
Effectiveness
When using credible messengers and targeting those at highest near-term risk, this solution is recognised as effective complements to enforcement, interrupting retaliation, and reducing violent harm.
To be most effective, this should focus on a small proportion of individuals who drive a large share of serious violence.