The Violence Intervention Project (VIP) is a tertiary prevention intervention which aims to prevent repeat victimisation and/or offending through offering timely and tailored support to 11-25 year olds. VIP workers are based in the Emergency Department (ED) at Leicester Royal Infirmary and the custody suite at Euston Street Police Station.  

  

The project uses "reachable moments" in these settings to engage with the young person at a critical point in their lives and offer support to assist recovery and/or desistence and address pressing issues such as safety and emotional well-being. The workers will continue to support the young person following discharge/release, offering mentoring and practical assistance to empower them to achieve their goals. Referral to the project is made by ED and custody staff.  

 

The current delivery partner for VIP is Turning Point.