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Most of the serious crime in the region is committed against people living in concentrated poverty. The most effective crime-prevention strategy is an anti-poverty strategy. We also need a major new emphasis on community policing, rehabilitation, reentry, restorative justice, and juvenile diversion programs to reduce the rate of recidivism and offer pathways of hope.

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January 29, 2025

Partnership for the Public Good Rolls Out Policy Change Agenda for 2025

On the morning of Friday, January 17, 2025, Partnership for the Public Good (PPG) and community advocates—from large social and health and legal service agencies, neighborhood groups, arts organizations, small businesses, and environmental justice organizations—convened to unveil the …

January 22, 2025

The Buffalo News Editorial Board: "Partnership for Public Good's 2025 agenda addresses urgent needs and deserves support"

"Agendas for Buffalo’s future don’t always come from City or County Hall, nor should they. Those looking for ideas and solutions for the region’s most pressing needs can also turn to the Partnership for the Public Good, which released its 2025 Community Agenda last week. 

January 19, 2025

The Challenger: "It’s Time to Re-Imagine What Public Safety Looks Like In Buffalo!"

Dorian Griffin | January 19, 2025 This past October Partnership for the Public Good announced the launch of a Community Responders Pilot Program in Buffalo with $100,000 in initial state funding. Community responders are first responders who respond to nonviolent, noncriminal calls without police. …

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Community Responders: Community Listening SessionJanuary 25, 2025, 12-2:30 pm

Community Responders Coalition

Community Responders are a new type of civilian, unarmed first responder for health and social needs. A pilot program is coming to Buffalo. We want to hear from you! Learn more and share your thoughts on a community responder program for Cold Springs/Masten Park neighborhoods.

Community Responders: Community Listening SessionJanuary 25, 2025, 12-2:30 pm

Community Responders Coalition

Community Responders are a new type of civilian, unarmed first responder for health and social needs. A pilot program is coming to Buffalo. We want to hear from you! Learn more and share your thoughts on a community responder program for Cold Springs/Masten Park neighborhoods.

Community Responders: Community Listening SessionJanuary 25, 2025, 12-2:30 pm

Community Responders Coalition

Community Responders are a new type of civilian, unarmed first responder for health and social needs. A pilot program is coming to Buffalo. We want to hear from you! Learn more and share your thoughts on a community responder program for Cold Springs/Masten Park neighborhoods.

Community Responders: Community Listening SessionJanuary 25, 2025, 12-2:30 pm

Community Responders Coalition

Community Responders are a new type of civilian, unarmed first responder for health and social needs. A pilot program is coming to Buffalo. We want to hear from you! Learn more and share your thoughts on a community responder program for Cold Springs/Masten Park neighborhoods.

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