Safe Summer 2024: A National Movement for Safer Communities

Jun 12

K Bain, Founder and Executive Director of Community Capacity Development, along with community members and leaders of the Human Justice Network have launched the Safe Summer 2024 initiative. Since the success of Safe Summer 2016 in New York, the initiative has gone national gaining traction expanding across 26 cities around United States. The initiative is powered by the 3 pillars of Safe Summer; strategic planning, cross collaboration, and community engagement. These pillars have provided communities with the tools to create safe environment for all individuals during the summer season.

City Hall Thursday May 30th, 2024 Safe Summer presser

Kick-off: Thursday June 6th , 2024.

The Safe Summer 2024 initiative is a community-driven, multi-city effort aimed at preventing gun violence. Our goal is to promote safety and security within the selected jurisdictions during the summer months. To achieve this, we will adhere to the following guiding principles, which are rooted in community leadership:

STRATEGIC PLANNING: Our approach involves close collaboration with neighborhoods and community stakeholders to identify and anticipate potential hotspots and upcoming events. We aim to strategically design preventive peacekeeping efforts that effectively curb gun violence.

CROSS COLLABORATION: Our strategy involves leading a cross collaboration effort that brings together community violence intervention organizations, business owners, community leaders, and city agencies. By pooling our resources, we can effectively address, the scourge of gun violence & promote a safer community for all.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Our goal is to enhance our volunteer program by recruiting individual’s with specific skillsets. These recruitment strategies will increase our volunteer roster significantly while maximizing skillset coupled with availability. Community engagement is expanded when we have strong volunteer participation.

WHO IS LEADING THE CHARGE?

Community Capacity Development and the Human Justice Network partners are leading this National Movement for Safe Summer 2024
CCD and the Human Justice Network has accomplished tremendous success in implementing programs in high risk communities to engage the youth. These programs include, but are not limited to: Fitness, Music, Arts, Education, Financial Literacy, Sustainable Growth Plan and many more.
Our shared mission to uproot systemic challenges confronting communities of color.
Local leadership with holistic approaches, specializing in results.

WHY IS SAFE SUMMER HAPPENING?

Historically, there has been uptick in violent crimes across the United States. The biggest increases has been in violent crimes, particularly in murder, aggravated assault and shooting incidents. Theres always an uptick in the Summer days.

Since 2016 the beginning of our Safe Summer initiative we have seen a significant decrease in violent crimes in the communities we serve. In addition, our national partners have also seen a decrease in violent activity.

OUR HUMAN JUSTICE TEAM’S FOR SAFE SUMMER 2024 WILL BE IN 26 CITIES AND GROWING

Newark, NJ
Atlanta, GA
Austin, TX
Baltimore, MD
Baton Rouge, LA
Chicago, IL
Detroit, MI
King County, WA
Los Angeles, CA
Memphis, TN
Miami-Dade County, FL
Minneapolis and St Paul, MN
Philadelphia, PA
Rapid City, MO
St. Lotus, MO
Washington, DC

HIGHLIGHTS AND ACTIVITIES

Music, arts and culture.
Awards and acknowledgement of local community leaders.
Community field day.
Peace building, community beautification projects, free food and refreshments.
Media outlets - presser launch, outreach to influencers, local and national officials, cross platform marketing TV, social media, podcasts).

DONATE NOW

As we gear up for the summer season, we're excited to extend an invitation for you to join us in ourSafe Summer Initiative, an endeavor focused on creating safer, more vibrant communities through collaboration and investment.We understand the importance of mutual benefit in partnerships, which is why we're offering a range of incentives for donations and partnerships:

Technological Training and Assistance:

Your donation will support the provision of technological training and assistance aimed at enhancing public safety efforts in our communities. By partnering with us, you will have access to a host of professionals that you can inquire about best practices. You will directly contribute to equipping individuals with the skills and tools they need to make a difference.

Media Exposure and Branding Opportunities:

Through your partnership, your brand or organization will gain valuable exposure through media coverage and branding opportunities associated with our initiative. This exposure can help amplify your corporate social responsibility efforts and enhance your reputation in the community.

Community Collaboration and Networking:

By joining forces with us, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse network of community organizations on a weekly basis. This cross-collaboration will enable you to exchange ideas, resources, and best practices with other like-minded partners, fostering innovation and synergy.

Volunteer Recruitment and Expansion:

Your partnership will facilitate the expansion of our volunteer base, allowing us to engage more individuals in meaningful community work. By mobilizing volunteers, we can maximize the impact of our collective efforts and make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve.

INVEST

Your investment is an opportunity to change and save lives. Investing in marginalized communities affected by violence stimulates economic growth and development. Your investment provides an opportunity to change and save lives while circulating dollars and resources within underserved communities.

PARTNER

Your partnership means access to the national Human Justice Network. Cross collaborating with experts while also having increases brand visibility, market growth, social impact opportunities.

PARTICIPATE

Your participation means increase of public safety in our communities. By taking part, you will play a pivotal role in driving lasting change and fortifying the resilience of our neighborhoods. Be a catalyst for Safe Summer '24 in your community.