Building Safer, Stronger Communities Together

Safer DC is a community-focused initiative working with ONSE and residents across Ward 2 and Ward 5 to help prevent violence, strengthen neighborhood connections, and create safer spaces for everyone.

Through outreach, collaboration, prevention programs, and community support, Safer DC works alongside residents to address community needs and build stronger, more connected neighborhoods..

ONSE is the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement, a District government office focused on preventing violence and supporting communities through neighborhood-based engagement, partnerships, and violence prevention initiatives.

Safer DC works in partnership with ONSE and community members to connect residents with resources, programs, and opportunities to participate in creating safer neighborhoods.

Safer DC works with residents, families, young people, community leaders, neighborhood organizations, and other community members in Ward 2 and Ward 5.

Our goal is to make sure residents have opportunities to be heard, access support, build connections, and contribute to solutions that strengthen their communities.

Our work includes:

• •  Community outreach and engagement
• •  Violence prevention and prevention-focused programs
• •  Connecting residents with community resources
• •  Supporting neighborhood partnerships
• •  Creating opportunities for residents to share their concerns and ideas
• •  Strengthening relationships among residents, community organizations, and local partners
• •  Promoting safer, more connected neighborhoods

Safer neighborhoods are built with residents, not just for residents. Community members understand the strengths, challenges, and needs of their neighborhoods.

By listening to residents and creating opportunities for meaningful participation, Safer DC helps ensure that community voices are part of shaping local solutions.

Residents can get involved by participating in community events, outreach activities, prevention programs, neighborhood conversations, and other opportunities offered through Safer DC and its partners.

Whether you want to volunteer, share your perspective, connect with resources, or learn more about what is happening in your neighborhood, there are ways to participate.

Yes. Safer DC works with community partners to help residents connect with available programs, services, and resources.

If you are looking for support or are unsure where to start, reach out to the Safer DC team to learn more about available resources and opportunities.

Yes. Collaboration is an important part of our work. Safer DC partners with community members, organizations, local stakeholders, and ONSE to support violence prevention, strengthen neighborhood relationships, and address community needs.

Safer DC takes a community-centered approach to violence prevention. This includes building relationships, engaging residents, connecting people with resources and support, encouraging positive community connections, and supporting prevention programs.

Our approach recognizes that creating safer communities requires collaboration and long-term investment in the people and neighborhoods we serve.

We want to hear from you. Residents are encouraged to share their experiences, ideas, concerns, and suggestions about their neighborhoods.

Your voice can help identify community needs and shape programs and activities that are responsive to residents.

A safer DC is a place where residents feel heard, valued, connected, and supported. It is a community where neighbors work together, people have access to resources and opportunities, and residents feel empowered to play a role in creating positive change.

To learn more about Safer DC, upcoming community activities, programs, partnerships, or ways to get involved, please contact our team or follow our community updates.