The Safe Communities Facilitator plays a crucial role in promoting public safety and crime prevention at the community level. Key responsibilities of this position include:
- Community engagement and relationship building
- Research and analysis
- Program development, implementation and facilitation
Community Engagement and Relationship BuildingÂ
- Build strong community relationships to raise awareness and address safety issues.
- Liaise with community groups, law enforcement, local municipalities, and non-profit organizations to create programs and initiatives that improve public safety.
Research and AnalysisÂ
- Analyze data and crime statistics to understand trending issues and inform decision-makers
- Make recommendations to Council on relevant community issues and safety priorities
- Research and monitor emerging crime prevention strategies and promote implementation.
Program Development, Implementation and FacilitationÂ
- Developing educational materials advocating for personal, public, and corporate safety and security.
- Facilitate or educate public (including children, youth, seniors and corporate stakeholders) in various crime prevention or public safety programs.
- Identify and implement crime prevention and reduction strategies.
- Lead workshops and outreach initiatives.
To make a request for an awareness/education session for your group or to request a Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) assessment, please contact Jennifer Penner, Safe Communities Facilitator with Sturgeon County at protectsvcs@sturgeoncounty.ca or contact 780-939-8400
Note: There is no charge for either of these services.
Safe Communities News
Events
Sturgeon County hosts a variety of events including Car Seat Clinics, Workshops and Information Sessions.