The resolution on research on youth, crime, and justice defines action-oriented research and some of its prerequisites. In this type of research, understanding of an issue or phenomenon is not an end itself; instead, it is a means to achieving some other goal. Theoretical concerns play a less prominent part in action-oriented research than in basic research, although action-oriented research needs appropriate theoretical guidelines and design. Another difference between the two types of research is in the reward system for researchers. Inner satisfaction and peer judgment are the sources of rewards for basic researchers, who have a large degree of academic freedom. In contrast, action-oriented research is constrained by the needs of its sponsors and is evaluated in terms of its usefulness. Action-oriented researchers must also maintian close links with their clients and use research processes that are oriented to producing practicial results. They should receive training that recognizes the requirements of the type of research they do. Finally, discussions of the need for collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and decisionmakers should focus not only on barriers posed by policymakers and practitioners but also on changes the research community should make to improve the capabilities of action-oriented researchers. 1 note.