On February 10, 2025, staff from the Champaign Police Department and Equity & Engagement Department demonstrated their commitment to community engagement by participating in National African American Parent Involvement Day (NAAPID). They attended events at various locations throughout Champaign that were hosting special activities in honor of the day. NAAPID is a nationwide initiative dedicated to increasing the active participation of African American parents in their children’s education. The day emphasizes the crucial role parents play in academic success and strives to build stronger connections between families, schools, and the wider community.