Cheron DuPree works, on ILJ's behalf, on evaluations of justice programs such as those initiated under the Violence Against Women Act, management of technical assistance in the areas of juvenile justice and gang violence, and study of correctional treatment facilities such as those in the District of Columbia. She has conducted other studies involving crime mapping and organization of community support for law enforcement. Ms. DuPree has broad experience in qualitative and quantitative methods to compile historical analyses of programs, showing their effectiveness and growth. She also has experience in developing quality assurance procedures, surveys, agency budgets, and grants. Ms. DuPree has studied programs directed against youth violence and gangs. She has extensive knowledge of district and superior court processes has performed case research, briefs and motions, and work with witnesses and victims. Her undergraduate studies were in Criminal Justice, with concentrations in law enforcement and corrections. She has a Master's degree in Public Administration, with a focus on program development and evaluation. (cheron@ilj.org)