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🤝 We recently talked to Pastor Gabriel Dominguez, Associate Pastor at the Methodist Church in City of Waco, TX, in a podcast, where he shared how Faith & Blue events facilitate collaboration and trust between law enforcement and communities. Pastor Dominguez explained, "The events themselves help in two different ways. They either kick off new partnerships between local churches or nonprofits and law enforcement, or they reinforce ongoing collaborations. For us, it reinforced what we were already doing in the community." 🙌 He recalled a memorable moment during a flyer distribution for a local event: "We were knocking on doors in the projects, and I knew many people there. One guy, skeptical at first, saw an officer with me and asked, 'What is he doing here?' I assured him, 'He's with me, bro. We're good.' This man, who had only interacted with police negatively, ended up joining us." This story illustrates how events can break the ice and foster meaningful connections between law enforcement and community members, even in challenging areas. For those looking to enhance their community engagement strategies, the Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network (LECEN) offers invaluable resources. LECEN provides best practices, peer support, industry expertise, and current research for both sworn and non-sworn personnel in community engagement roles across the nation. Join us in building bridges and fostering trust between law enforcement and communities through impactful community events. Discover valuable resources at Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network (LECEN) to enhance collaborations. Visit https://lnkd.in/edzN4B4a for a stronger, safer community. #lecen #buildingconnections #positivechanges #lawenforcement

We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with the City of Chicago aligning with our mission to elevate community perspectives and foster a more equitable and just society. In this transformative project, The Intersect will facilitate a citywide community input process to gather feedback from residents across Chicagoland. The goal? To center community input on alternative policing models and public safety reforms that reflect the needs and hopes of residents. Together with community-based organizations, we’ll ensure residents have a say in shaping three key initiatives: ➡️ Expanding 911 Alternate Response Models to provide care-centered approaches beyond law enforcement. ➡️ Strengthening Community Policing so that every officer builds trust and relationships at the neighborhood level. This work reflects the heart of our values—listening to the people most impacted by policy and amplifying their voices to drive meaningful change. We are honored to be part of a movement toward safety, equity, and transparency in every corner of Chicago. Change begins with listening—and we can’t wait to hear what Chicago has to say. What are your thoughts on this? #nonprofit #changeisgood  #publicsector #workforce #socialsafetynet #public safety #communitypolicing #alternateresponse #community #communityvoice

🙌 In a recent podcast, Jared Wallace, Assistant Chief of Police at the City of Waco, TX Police Department, reflected on how community engagement has contributed to fostering a positive culture within the police department post-Faith & Blue Week. "Through our Faith & Blue events, we've connected with many community members who are passionate about creating a safe and healthy environment," Jared shared. "These interactions have allowed us to share stories, break down misconceptions, and build stronger bonds. As a result, we're now more engaged with community initiatives like violence prevention, community cleanups, and back-to-school events—activities we weren't involved in before." 💪 This insight underscores the power of community engagement. While Faith & Blue may start as a week of activities, the relationships and trust built during that time have had lasting impacts. These efforts have not only enhanced the department's resources and partnerships but also helped shift perceptions about law enforcement's role and mission. For those looking to amplify their community engagement strategies, the Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network (LECEN) offers invaluable resources. LECEN provides best practices, peer support, industry expertise, and current research for both sworn and non-sworn personnel in community engagement roles across the nation. Join us in building safer and stronger communities through impactful community engagement. Discover valuable resources at Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network (LECEN) to elevate your strategies: https://lnkd.in/edzN4B4a #lawenforcement #buildingsafercommunities #lecen #faithandblue

MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service, encouraging us all to give back and make a difference. How are you serving your community today? Share your acts of service in the comments below! #MLKDay #DayOfService #CommunityImpact

In 2024 StreetBoxPHL partnered with the Design Advocacy Group to champion ROW Reform Opportunities.  We worked with the Community Design Collaborative to help community across Philly design safe, and equitable spaces.  Our ROW Roundtables engaged over 350 stewards, teaching them about paving, funding, and place making. Help us build more capacity to create meaningful change in the most public of public realms. On this Giving Tuesday, don't forget to help grow the tools available to transform our streets. https://lnkd.in/ektUNYUd

“My vision for the criminal justice system is that those who have been involved in the system in every city and every state will have ample supportive services and resources in place to assist in providing a better opportunity to transition back into society. It will take a unified system across the board nationally with consistent funding from the public and private sector.” Khalil Halim is a #FutureFormer and Executive Director of Second Chance Center, Inc., a Colorado based nonprofit organization determined to be the state’s premier community re-entry program and a model for the nation. SCC offers case management, mentoring, and vital resources to assist formerly incarcerated individuals in reestablishing their lives and becoming successful members of the community. Learn more: https://futureformers.us/

“My vision for the criminal justice system is that those who have been involved in the system in every city and every state will have ample supportive services and resources in place to assist in providing a better opportunity to transition back into society. It will take a unified system across the board nationally with consistent funding from the public and private sector.” Khalil Halim is a #FutureFormer and Executive Director of Second Chance Center, Inc., a Colorado based nonprofit organization determined to be the state’s premier community re-entry program and a model for the nation. SCC offers case management, mentoring, and vital resources to assist formerly incarcerated individuals in reestablishing their lives and becoming successful members of the community. Learn more: https://futureformers.us/

👷🏼 Empower Your Volunteers with Gracely! With Gracely, you can: ✅ Assign volunteers to lead and manage various groups, including worship teams, ushers, media teams, and Sunday school. ✅ Effortlessly manage group schedules, ensuring everyone knows when and where they are needed. ✅ Avoid double-serving and scheduling conflicts, so your volunteers can serve with confidence and clarity. 🙏 Empower your team and streamline your operations with Gracely's Volunteer Scheduling. Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on what matters most – fostering a thriving, engaged church community. 👉 Read More: https://lnkd.in/e39MMFi6 #ChurchManagement #VolunteerScheduling #Gracely #ChurchVolunteers #CommunityLeadership #FaithInAction

At Moss Justice Partners (MJP), we know meaningful change happens when we come together with purpose. Our mission is to strengthen communities by identifying and addressing critical gaps—supporting those directly impacted by the justice system while equipping professionals with the tools to build a fairer, more effective system. MJP collaborates with community leaders, justice professionals, service providers, and advocates to co-create solutions that expand pathways to reentry, increase access to education, and support data-driven policymaking that truly serve all communities. Through research, convenings, and collaborations, we are working to build a system that is more equitable, responsive, and rooted in real-world needs. The justice landscape is evolving, and navigating change requires bold ideas and diverse voices at the table. Whether you're shaping policy, providing direct services, or advocating in the community—we look forward to partnering with you in this work. Join us at mossjustice.org. #RestorativeJustice #SecondChance