Community Safety and Crime Prevention in Darebin
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Collaborative efforts to enhance safety and address community concerns in Darebin.
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Ongoing activity
274 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia
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Free
Collaborative efforts to enhance safety and address community concerns in Darebin.
Ongoing activity
274 Gower St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia
Free
Community safety is a priority in Darebin, where the Council works closely with local police, government agencies, and community groups to create a safer environment for all residents. This ongoing collaboration focuses on addressing issues such as family violence, gender equality, and public safety through coordinated responses and evidence-based strategies.
You can expect a comprehensive approach to community safety that involves multiple stakeholders including Victoria Police, the Department of Justice and Community Safety, and the Department of Health and Human Services. The Council operates within an equity and public health framework, ensuring that safety initiatives consider social, economic, cultural, and built environment factors that influence crime and safety.
- Regular meetings of the Community Safety Reference Group to discuss and coordinate safety projects
- Implementation of safety projects informed by crime prevention research and best practices
- Focus on equity by addressing the diverse impacts of safety issues on different people and places
Darebin City Council offices at 274 Gower Street, Preston, VIC 3072 serve as the central point for community safety coordination. Residents can contact the Council via phone or email for information or to report concerns. The Council also provides multilingual support to ensure accessibility for all community members.
The Council’s approach is guided by the Health and Wellbeing Plan and emphasizes reducing disadvantage and discrimination. Support and resources are available for family violence and other safety concerns. The Council acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, affirming their ongoing cultural significance.
This is an ongoing community safety initiative coordinated by the Darebin City Council with no cost to participants. Residents are encouraged to engage with the Council and partner organizations to contribute to a safer community.