COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS WEEK OF 11.04.24
COPA had a great time engaging the residents of Chicago in the community during the week of 11.04.24. Our office is committed to helping residents understand how to file a complaint or compliment an officer and explain to the public our role in police oversight. Below is a brief description of our most recent community engagement efforts. If you are interested in COPA speaking to your community group or organization, please submit a request via email to COPA-PublicAffairs@chicagocopa.org
Garfield Ridge Satellite Senior Center Resource Table – November 6, 2024
COPA had a great time at the Garfield Ridge Satellite Senior Center. COPA was able to set up a resource table and give out information on how to file complaints and compliments towards CPD. This engaged group of seniors had thoughtful questions and ideas on the role they could play in police accountability.
Westside Ministers’ Coalition Monthly Meeting – November 7, 2024
COPA was in Austin at the monthly Westside Ministers Coalition community meeting. One of the primary purposes of the meeting is to tackle various social issues & discuss ways attendees can bring about a positive change throughout the city. This meeting included a presentation from the National Kidney Foundation, information about entrepreneurship opportunities, and health information from the Chicago Department of Public Health. COPA attends these meetings to give out information on how to file complaints or compliments towards CPD.
Chicago Department of Housing: Housing 101 Rental Housing Rights & Protections Presentations and Resource Fair – November 9, 2024
COPA had a great time attending the Chicago Department of Housing: Housing 101 Rental Rights & Protections Presentations and Resource Fair at Wilbur Wright College. The fair included several presentations and access to various community resources. COPA was able to set up a resource table and give out information about our role in police accountability.
