The YMCA of the North, a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, is collaborating with local community groups committed to creating an inclusive, safe city where all can thrive.

The community is invited to participate in a public safety meeting to proactively discuss how together they can build a city focused on safety, prosperity and opportunity. Minnesota Safe Streets in collaboration with the YMCA; churches; 21 Days of Peace: Unity Community Mediation Team; We Push for Peace; Salem, Inc.; A Mother’s Love; God Squad; and 8218 Truce Center will help lead the discussion.

WHO:
Minnesota Safe Streets in Collaboration with YMCA of the North; Churches; 21 Days of Peace; Unity Community Mediation Team; We Push for Peace; Salem, Inc.; A Mother’s Love; God Squad; 8218 Truce Center

WHAT:
Community Public Safety Meeting – Take Back Our City!

*Attendees encouraged to wear all black in solidarity

WHERE:
Harold Mezile North Community YMCA at 1711 West Broadway Avenue in Minneapolis, MN 55411

WHEN:
Monday, February 21, 2022
Doors Open at 3:30 p.m.
Meeting at 4:00-6:00 p.m.
EDITOR’S NOTE:  Media interviews available from 3:00-4:00 p.m.

About the YMCA of the North

The YMCA of the North is a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.  Established 166 years ago, the Ys provide life-strengthening services across the greater Twin Cities metro region, southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin communities.  The 29 Y locations and program sites, eight overnight camps, 10 day camps, and more than 90 child care sites engage more than 370,000 men, women and children of all ages, incomes and backgrounds. To learn more about the Y’s mission and work, visit www.ymcamn.org.