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This book gives an overview of the environmental aspects influencing crime and provides recommended strategies for creating communities where citizens can feel safe. The planning and design solutions presented in this resource are illustrated with personal observations, pictures and case studies. Also, citizen engagement and an appreciation of diversity are emphasized as key factors for success.

One of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s Active Living programs, Active Living by Design offers insights on increasing physical activity through community design, public policies and communications strategies.

The center’s website offers information and materials for building safe places for walking and bicycling, as well as a searchable image library with thousands of photos for public use.

Active Living Research, supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, offers three valuable summaries about designing active living environments: “Designing to Reduce Childhood Obesity,” “Designing for Active Transportation” and “Designing for Active Recreation.” Its searchable website also features summaries of the latest research, among other resources.