; and (C) managing the risk posed through individualized proactive and preventive measures. (9) The behavioral threat assessment model of the United States Secret Service works most effectively when all the relevant parties, including local law enforcement, mental health professionals, workplace managers, school personnel, and members of the community, are part of a comprehensive protocol to identify, assess, and manage a potential threat. (10) The primary goal of behavioral threat assessment programs is to prevent targeted violence, with an emphasis on providing early intervention, and connecting individuals exhibiting threatening or concerning behavior to existing community resources for support. (11) Early intervention is a proven and effective way to prevent violent conduct that would otherwise harm others and necessitate more punitive action, including criminal penalties. (12) The parties involved need the appropriate research, guidance, training, and tools to establish the appropriate mechanisms for implementing this type of preventive of approach. (13) In elementary and secondary schools, a behavioral threat assessment is a proactive approach to identify, assess, and provide age-appropriate interventions, resources, and supports for students who display behavior that elicits concerns for the safety of themselves or others. (14) There has been a 79-percent decline in bullying infractions in elementary and secondary school communities that have received training by the Center. (15) The demand from local communities throughout the United States for behavioral threat assessment trainings has significantly increased. Since its inception, the Center has provided over 2,575 training sessions to over 273,000 attendees. (16) From fiscal year 2018 to fiscal year 2022, the Center has experienced a 117-percent increase in demand for training sessions, with 5 times as many participants. (17) The Center additionally provides consultation and follow-up engagements with government agencies, law enforcement, schools, and