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1st Community Safety Innovations Symposium

Prince William County hosted 1st Community Safety Innovations Symposium on Friday, June 13, 2025, at George Mason University’s Potomac Science Center. The symposium brought together public safety professionals, health experts, researchers and government leaders from across the region – including representatives from Loudoun, Fairfax, Richmond, Manassas City, Manassas Park, Spotsylvania and several other jurisdictions – to exchange ideas, explore emerging technologies and strengthen cross-agency collaboration to better protect and serve residents.
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Human Trafficking Symposium Highlights Collaboration and Prevention Efforts in Prince William County

Community leaders, service providers and public safety professionals recently gathered for the Greater Prince William Human Trafficking Task Force Symposium, which focused on new laws, emerging trends and collaborative strategies to strengthen the community’s response to human trafficking.
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Prince William County to Host Virtual Trainings on Gambling and Violence Awareness

Prince William County is offering free virtual training sessions this October to raise awareness about problem gambling and its connection to violence in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The trainings, hosted by the Office of Community Safety and Prince William Community Services, are open to professionals and community members and encourage informed discussion about issues that are often hidden or underreported.
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National Night Out

Office of Community Safety Joins Prince William County Police for National Night Out – Bringing neighbors and police together to build relationships, strengthen trust, and make our neighborhoods safer and more connected.
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OCS’ Community Resource Roundtable Opens Dialogue on Housing & Utility Support, Data Collaboration, and Building Community Resilience in the Prince William Area

The Office of Community Safety (OCS) recently hosted a Community Resource Roundtable, where local organizations convened to address the ongoing challenges facing vulnerable populations in Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park. The conversation facilitated by Community Safety Advisory Committee Members (CSAC) Joyce Connery and Nancy Lyall, emphasized the growing need for collaboration, resource coordination, and data-driven strategies to better support individuals and families at risk.
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Multidisciplinary Training Event – Identifying and Responding to Stalking

On May 1, 2025, The Office of Community Safety participated in a training event to inform, educate, and share prevention and intervention information to the Community. The full-day training event focused on identifying and responding to stalking—a crime that remains dangerously misunderstood and under-addressed. The event featured expert-led sessions designed to equip attendees with tools to better support survivors, identify patterns of stalking behavior, and build a coordinated community response. Hosted by Hon. Jacqueline Lucas, Prince William Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Judge, in partnership with local law enforcement and legal organizations, and supported by a grant from the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice.
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Committee Perspectives on Panhandling & Safety

In a continued effort to enhance support for the homeless population, the Office of Community Safety, the Department of Social Services, and H.U.G.S. joined the conversation hosted by the Prince William Committee of 100 to discuss proactive strategies for addressing homelessness and panhandling. The meeting emphasized the commitment of local support services, community members, and County agencies to support panhandling and safety concerns. This meeting served as a powerful reminder of the collective effort required to address homelessness effectively. With strategic planning, community collaboration, and continued advocacy, the region is making meaningful strides toward ensuring that all individuals have access to the support and resources they need.
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OCS Workshop: Public Speaking Sessions - Adult Detention Center

The Office of Community Safety in collaboration with the Prince William-Manassas Regional Adult Detention Center completed its first Public Speaking Workshop, “Speak to Me: Re-Entry”. The workshop is designed to reduce recidivism by empowering inmates with communication skills essential for personal and professional success. Through structured storytelling techniques, participants learn to build confidence, actively listen and articulate their stories with intent and purpose—skills that support reintegration and positive community engagement.
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Community Safety Walks

Why OCS Walks ? It’s about connecting with neighbors, sharing concerns, and coming up with real solutions around community safety — together. Whether it’s better lighting on certain streets, concerns about speeding, or just wanting to feel a stronger sense of community. The Office of Community Safety is committed to creating a safety culture that encourages community to engage with OCS, on the ground, within their community. Stay tuned for OCS' Spring, 2025 Walking Schedule
Stay tuned for OCS' Spring, 2025 Walking Schedule...