City of Champaign in Partnership with Acclivus Inc. Host Community Meetings for Street Outreach and Violence Interruption under the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint
On Wednesday, October 29 and Thursday, October 30, 2025, community members are encouraged to attend meetings hosted by the City of Champaign and Acclivus Inc. These meetings will provide information on street outreach goals and objectives for Champaign, local hiring opportunities for street outreach and violence interruption, and provide an opportunity to meet and greet […]
Equity and Engagement Visits Chicago Mayor’s Office of Community Safety
On September 19 and 20, 2025, the Community Safety and Justice Division, together with the SU Institute HEEAR along with members of our evaluation team, met with the Chicago Mayor’s Office of Community Safety. We spent two full days collaborating and sharing ideas on gun violence prevention, community violence interventions, and broader community safety and […]
The Community Safety and Justice Division Hosts the Blueprint Partner Quarterly Meeting
The Community Safety & Justice Division recently convened with Blueprint Partners and members of the evaluation team for the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint quarterly strategic meeting, reaffirming their shared commitment to fostering a safer, more connected Champaign. The agenda was thoughtfully designed to balance meaningful policy dialogue with interactive team-building activities, encouraging both reflection […]
City Staff Supports Y on the Fly Back to School Event
On Friday, August 8, the Equity & Engagement Department – Community Safety and Justice Division joined the Champaign Fire Department and Y on the Fly for a Back-to-School Giveaway & End-of-Summer Bash. The HOYCE Center also supported local families by providing free hygiene products, home essentials, clothing, and other daily necessities including backpacks and sunscreen. […]
Blueprint Partner Meeting at the Illinois Terminal
March 27, 2023, the Department of Equity and Engagement’s Community Safety, & Justice Division held its monthly Blueprint Partner meeting at the Illinois Terminal. The goal of this meeting was to convene with Blueprint Partners and discuss their organization’s program initiatives with fellow attendees. This meeting also allowed organizations to raise awareness of new and […]
Community Safety and Justice Meeting
On November 21st, staff from the Community Safety and Justice Division (Equity & Engagement) hosted a community meeting at The Champaign Public Library in response to recent shooting incidents in the Champaign area. Residents were informed about the Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint resources to help address these issues and find solutions to acts of […]
City Staff Respond to Recent Incidents of Community Gun Violence
On September 7, 2022, staff from the Community Safety and Justice Division (Equity and Engagement) hosted a community meeting at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in response to a series of recent shootings near the Garden Hills neighborhood. Residents were informed of Community Gun Violence Reduction Blueprint resources to help address issues and find solutions […]
Equity and Engagement Staff engages with kindergarten students at DREAAM Academy
On Thursday, August 4, 2022, the Community Safety and Justice Division participated in DREAAM Academy’s READ Aloud event for incoming kindergarteners. Justice Victim Advocate, Jarrel Young read “Change Sings: A Children’s Anthem” by Amanda Gorman and gave the children words of encouragement during their huddle time. The youth and staff were informed about the City’s […]