Community Safety Summit

The Community Safety Summit 

The IMPACT Community Safety Summit is a free public event designed to promote a sense of security and collaboration within the community. It serves as a platform for local leaders, law enforcement, community organizations, residents, and other stakeholders to come together and address key issues affecting community safety. 

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     Objectives:

  1. Information Sharing: Participants share insights and data on current safety trends, crime statistics, and community concerns. This information helps in developing a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape.

  2. Collaboration: The summit encourages collaboration among different sectors, such as law enforcement, local government, schools, businesses, and community organizations. Working together, these entities can create more effective safety strategies.

  3. Community Engagement: Residents play a crucial role in ensuring the success of safety initiatives. The summit provides a platform for community members to voice their concerns, share ideas, and actively participate in shaping safety policies.

  4. Educational Workshops: Workshops may be conducted on various topics such as crime prevention, emergency preparedness, neighborhood watch programs, and cyber safety. These workshops aim to empower community members with knowledge and skills to contribute to their safety.

  5. Networking Opportunities: The summit facilitates networking among attendees, allowing them to build relationships and establish contacts that can be valuable in implementing safety measures.



     Key Components:

  1. Panel Discussions: Expert panels comprising law enforcement officials, community leaders, and safety experts discuss relevant topics, share best practices, and answer questions from the audience.

  2. Interactive Sessions: Q&A sessions, roundtable discussions, and group activities encourage active participation and idea exchange.

  3. Community Resource Fair: A fair featuring booths from various organizations, including local law enforcement, emergency services, and community groups, providing resources, information, and services related to safety.

  4. Action Planning: Breakout sessions focused on developing action plans and initiatives that can be implemented in the community following the summit.


Outcomes: 


  1. Enhanced community safety: The summit contributes to the development of effective safety strategies that can be implemented at the community level, fostering a safer environment for residents.

  2. Strengthened community bonds: Increased collaboration and communication among stakeholders result in stronger community bonds and a shared commitment to safety.

  3. Empowered residents: Through education and engagement, community members are empowered to take an active role in their own safety and the safety of their neighborhoods. 



The IMPACT Community Safety Summit is scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2024, 12PM – 4PM, at El Centro De La Raza’s Centilia Cultural Center. For more information, email cathie@sngi.org.



El Centro De La Raza’s Centilia Cultural Center:

2524 16th Avenue South, Seattle, Washington 98144


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