What activities are considered part of Celebrate Safe Communities?
The decision about local CSC activities is up to the local community and will vary according to local needs and resources. Many jurisdictions will choose to organize a community-wide safety education fair and celebratory event on a weekend day or evening. The National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) and the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC), the two CSC partners, suggest localities also consider a range of activities involving participants of different ages, including such events as a school assembly or contest, a park cleanup or other community service project, a Neighborhood Watch membership recruitment drive, an awards program to recognize outstanding volunteers, or an open house at the law enforcement agency or fire house. In addition to hosting events in the community, local CSC partners can also ask the media to help promote crime prevention and safety messages and distribute tips to residents of all ages.
