City of Phoenix Adopts Public Safety Improvements, Unveils Plans for Continued Enhancements

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9/25/2024 5:00:00 PM

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City of Phoenix Adopts Public Safety Improvements, Unveils Plans for Continued Enhancements

<div class="ExternalClass744BDD78879F410785B6E19C9C0936B5"><html> City leaders reviewed significant improvements to public safety while also laying out initial plans for continued enhancements at a public policy session Tuesday in Phoenix City Council Chambers. <div> Under the direction of the Phoenix City Council and with community input, the City’s service to the Phoenix community has experienced a period of significant change. The Mayor and Council have made notable investments in the expansion of the Community Assistance Program and in nearly 1,400 new shelter beds for those experiencing homelessness. The <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="/accountability"> Office of Accountability and Transparency </a> (OAT) has also now reviewed more than a dozen police administrative investigations. The City will continue working to address concerns raised by the Department of Justice Investigation as well as recommendations from OAT and community feedback. “The <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="/newsroom/mayors-office/3221"> Mayor </a> and City Council have facilitated many improvements in the last several years. Under their leadership, we will continue those improvements. Additionally, we are now placing a larger emphasis on service delivery and building the model for measuring and demonstrating our performance. We need to collect data related to these changes so we can demonstrate the level of accountability our community demands,” City Manager Jeff Barton said. Themes involving enhanced systems of accountability, development of new policy and improved employee training ran throughout the Policy Session presentations from t he Phoenix Police Department (PPD), OAT, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="/solutions"> Office of Homeless Solutions </a> (OHS) and the City Manager’s Office . “We want to make changes and we want the changes outlined in today’s Policy Session to happen quickly," Barton said. “This is why our intent is to begin productive conversations with the DOJ in an effort to find a mutually acceptable resolution that will allow us to make changes at the local level, while being transparent with our community about our progress.” The community will play a key role in developing these plans, with all major policy changes going to the public for comment before finalization. The City of Phoenix also intends to hold community meetings in each Council district, and city-wide, to discuss and receive feedback on overall plans for improvement. Below is a summary of some of the items discussed. A video of the presentation as well as the PowerPoint slides presented in the meeting are available for review on the City’s <a rel="noreferrer noopener" target="_blank" href="http://www.phoenix.gov/doj"> DOJ website </a> . <h2> Public Safety </h2> With direction from the Phoenix City Council, the City implemented reforms prior to the announcement of the DOJ investigation, during the investigation, and is committed to ongoing improvement through enhanced policy, accountability, and training . Prior to the DOJ investigation, major initiatives included implementation of body-worn cameras, the implementation of a Crisis Intervention Team, and the creation of the Office of Accountability and Transparency. Recognizing that uniformed officers are not always the appropriate response to a 911 call for service, the City Council approved expansion of the Community Assistance Program (CAP) which facilitates sending trained experts to respond to calls for service where an individual is experiencing a behavioral health crisis or substance use concern . During the nearly three years of the DOJ investigation, improvements to enhance public safety continued: <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="6" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Use of Force Policy Update to emphasize necessary, reasonable and proportional use of force. </li><li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="6" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="">Integrating Communications, Assessment and Tactics (ICAT) Training which focuses on deescalation techniques with people armed with something other than a firearm. </li></ul></div><div><ul role="list"><li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="6" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="">Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Training which empowers employees to intervene in a situation invol ving misconduct. </li></ul></div><div><ul role="list"><li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="6" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Expansion of the Less Lethal Program to make tools like the 40mm projectile and Pepperball launchers available throughout patrol squads </li></ul></div> </div> <div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="5" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="6" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Development of the Organizational Integrity Bureau, which includes the Continuous Improvement Unit dedicated to ensuring ongoing policy review, sustainable improvements and compliance auditing. </li> </ul> </div> During the Policy Session, short -term efforts were outlined as well as a structure for mid and long-term plans as part of an overall framework to address the 37 recommended remedial measures outlined in the DOJ’s report. Short term goals include: <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Implementation of the new Use of Force Policy.</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Policy implementation and supervisor review of unattended property </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Data forms to gather information on vehicle and pedestrian stops to eliminate racial disparities.</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Releasing New First Amendment Policy for public review and input </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="5" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Develop and implement improved training for 911 dispatchers related to behavioral health.</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="6" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Create new policies and standards of practice for interactions with youth </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="7" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Launch of cultural competency training in partnership with tribal nation police departments.</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="8" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Explore youth prevention programming.</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="9" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="7" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Explore additional services to be provided by civilian staff, rather than sworn Phoenix Police Department (PPD) employees. </li></ul></div> The Mayor and Council approved four new civilian positions for the Police Department to create a compliance analyst team. The Department recognizes they must be held accountable for compliance to any new policy or procedure. This will be accomplished through data that can be measured and shared with the community to show consistent improvement. Additionally, the City Council unanimously passed recommendations presented by Mayor Kate Gallego, Public Safety Chairman Kevin Robinson and Councilwoman Kesha Hodge- Washington. <h2>Office of Homeless Solutions (OHS) </h2>Since the City Council supported the creation of the Office of Homeless Solutions in 2022, the office has shown steady success in creating more options for our community’s most vulnerable population. The most recent Maricopa Association of Governments Point-in-Time Homelessness Count showed a 19 percent drop in the number of unsheltered individuals in Phoenix. This is a direct result of the creation of new shelter beds and connect ing individuals with services approved by the Phoenix City Council and facilitated by OHS. Other key initiatives include: <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Adding a net total of 1,382 new indoor shelter beds since 2022 </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Opening the City’s first structured campground called the Safe Outdoor Space.</li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Implementation of a process for storage of unattended property </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="4" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Launching services in support of the Phoenix Community Court as an alternative path to the traditional criminal justice system for those experiencing homelessness.</li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="5" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Improving heat response efforts for those experiencing homelessness including addition of a 24/7 site, an overnight site, and three extended hour heat respite locations.</li> </ul> </div> The Mayor and City Council converted f ourteen temporary OHS positions were to ongoing, regular positions to continue to the positive momentum of the office. <h2> Office of Accountability and Transparency (OAT) </h2>The Office of Accountability and Transparency released its first reports based on independent reviews of police administrative investigation s this year. OAT has now released 15 reports and determined that 8 of those 15 investigations were thorough and complete. OAT is reviewing another 88 incidents. The reports out line recommended actions such as: <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Reviewing the conduct of all officers who use or threaten use of force </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Interviewing involved officers regarding every allegation made </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul role="list"> <li role="listitem" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" aria-setsize="-1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-listid="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext=""> Explain ing any deviation from discipline for sustained allegations.</li> </ul> </div> In addition to review of administrative reports, OAT also acts as a mediator, bringing Phoenix Police and community members together to resolve issues and foster improved understanding. In May of 2024, the City Council established the Civilian Review Board. The application period for prospective board members recently closed. Once the Board is established, OAT will provide training on best practices and civilian oversight as the Board reviews and analyzes OAT’s reports and the Police Department ’s responses. </div> </html></div>

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Mayor Gallego to Honor Autism Advocate Denise Resnik with Global Citizen Award	https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/ced/3241	Community and Economic Development	10/11/2024 8:00:00 PM	https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3241/Newsroom_602Day_Businesses_May2024.png	Mayor Gallego to Honor Autism Advocate Denise Resnik with Global Citizen Award	<div class="ExternalClass2428E42F413541BE8952AC69F667043F"><html> <p>Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego will honor autism advocate and business executive Denise Resnik with the Global Citizen Award during <a target="_blank" href="https://phoenixsistercities.org/event/2024/">The Mayor's International</a> event hosted by Phoenix Sister Cities on October 19 at Chateau Luxe. </p> <p>Resnik is the founder and president/CEO of First Place AZ (established in 2012), co-founder of the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC, established in 1997), and founder and CEO of DRA Collective (established in 1986), a marketing/communications firm serving clients in real estate, economic development, healthcare, education and hospitality.<br></p> <p>A native Phoenician, Resnik merged her business background with her marketing and communications skills to become an international leader in autism advocacy. A collaboration between First Place AZ, SARRC and dozens of government, private and non-profit organizations led PBS NewsHour to produce a nationally broadcast series in 2016 that identified Phoenix as “the most autism-friendly city in the world."<br></p> <p>“Denise is improving the quality of life for countless numbers of people on the autism spectrum here in Phoenix and worldwide," Mayor Kate Gallego said. “Her efforts expand resources for neurodiverse individuals, contribute to research, improve community understanding and acceptance, and deliver a path towards independence and attaining careers."<br></p> <p>First Place AZ develops and maintains housing and community options for adults with autism and other neuro-diversities, collaborating with private, public, non-profit and philanthropic community partners. These partnerships provide individuals self-directed options, along with the benefits of a supportive community that includes homes, jobs, friends, health and wellness, continuing education, transportation, recreation and culture. <br></p> <p>Additionally, First Place AZ has facilitated 12 <a target="_blank" href="https://firstplaceglobal.org/2024-first-place-global-symposium/">Global Leadership Institute Symposiums</a>, with the next one scheduled for later this month (October 16 to 18), and has hosted representatives from more than a dozen countries. During 2024 alone, the organization welcomed leaders from England, Canada, India and Ireland. Resnik has become a sought-after expert for international forums on autism, and housing and community development for adults with autism and other intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDDs). <br></p> <p>Mayor Gallego will present Resnik her award during <a target="_blank" href="https://phoenixsistercities.org/event/2024/">The Mayor's International</a> on October 19. The event will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. at Chateau Luxe, 1175 E. Lone Cactus Dr., and will also celebrate the Phoenix sister cities: Prague, Czech Republic, and Suwon, South Korea. Dinner will feature a creative menu of Phoenix, Prague and Suwon cuisine and beverages. Event entertainment includes folk tales performed by the Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre, courtesy of the Czech Consulate General in Los Angeles. Tickets for the event are $200 for the general public and $100 for young professionals. Tickets can be purchased online: <a target="_blank" href="https://phoenixsistercities.org/event/2024/">The Mayor's International 2024</a>.</p> <p> <strong>About Phoenix Sister Cities:</strong> <br>For 50 years, Phoenix Sister Cities has fostered relationships between the residents of Phoenix and eleven sister cities around the world to promote friendship, peace and prosperity. Learn more by visiting <a target="_blank" href="https://phoenixsistercities.org/">PhoenixSisterCities.org</a>.<br></p><br> </html></div>	https://www.phoenix.gov/econdev	News
Phoenix Police Bust Suspects in Family Dollar Burglary Spree	https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/3239	Police	10/10/2024 4:30:00 PM	https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3239/Newsroom_police_familydollar.png	Phoenix Police Bust Suspects in Family Dollar Burglary Spree	<div class="ExternalClassED07E788EB744A82B17E1F258B278119"><html>After months of coordinated burglaries targeting Family Dollar stores across Phoenix and Glendale, authorities have arrested two suspects responsible for stealing approximately $315,000 and causing around $150,000 in property damage.<br><br>The duo, identified as 34-year-old Yosvanys Martinez and 40-year-old Alexei Alvarez, were apprehended following an extensive city-wide investigation involving multiple specialized units.<br><br>Since March 2024, nine Family Dollar locations have been victims of a string of commercial burglaries. The suspects would cut power to the stores, disable video surveillance, and enter through a rear access door. Once inside, they would steal the entire safe or break into it to access the cash.<br><br>The turning point came in mid-September when Phoenix PD's Crime Analysis and Research Unit (CARU) utilized predictive analytics to narrow down likely future targets. This led to identifying several high-probability locations, including a Family Dollar store in west Phoenix.<br><br>On Sept. 27, investigators made a breakthrough when they identified a potential suspect vehicle. Two days later, a vehicle matching that description was observed at two Family Dollar locations, with investigators linking the car to Yosvanys Martinez. The vehicle had also been spotted near several other stores that had been previously burglarized.<br><br>By Sept. 30, surveillance teams were closely monitoring Martinez and Alvarez. The pair was observed casing a Family Dollar store after business hours, but their attempt to gain entry failed.<br><br>On Oct. 3, investigators secured digital evidence linking the suspects to all nine Family Dollar burglaries and a February break-in at a local KFC. Later that night it was believed the suspects discarded potential evidence in the Gila River. The Phoenix PD Dive Team recovered two safes believed to be related to the series of burglaries.<br><br>On Oct. 4, Martinez and Alvarez were arrested. Search warrants at their homes and vehicles uncovered $40,000 in cash, burglary tools, security uniforms, and additional evidence linking them to the crimes. Additional evidence believed to be related to other crimes was also located.<br><br>Both suspects were booked on multiple burglary charges, concluding a months-long investigation that spanned several precincts and involved the efforts of numerous specialized teams, including PPD's Crime Analysis and Research Unit (CARU), Tactical Support Bureau (TSB), Dive Team, the Phoenix PD Crime Lab and Desert Horizon Precinct's Real Time Operations Center (RTOC).<br><br>“This is a prime example of internal cooperation department-wide," said Sergeant Michael Hayes. “The resources it took to identify the suspects, locate additional evidence, safely apprehend them, search the various locations and process those scenes."<br><br>"I want to thank everyone involved in this investigation," said Property Crimes Bureau Commander Shane Disotell. "This truly was a department-wide effort to stop a crime trend committed by criminals that thought out how and when they committed their crimes." <br><br>"This was outstanding detective work by the team on this case," Assistant Chief Ed DeCastro said. "The collaboration between all units involved to catch these criminals was extremely impressive to watch."<br></html></div>	https://phoenix.gov/police	News
The City of Phoenix Commemorates 25 years of Combating Domestic Violence	https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/human-services/3240	Human Services	10/10/2024 4:00:00 PM	https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3240/Slide1.jpeg	The City of Phoenix Commemorates 25 years of Combating Domestic Violence	<div class="ExternalClass2F349174CB4B4CF985BBE33808A3B0DF"><html> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">The City of Phoenix commemorates 25 years of combating domestic violence in our community through extensive resources, awareness campaigns and survivor support.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span><br> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The City of Phoenix has a long history of working to end domestic violence and promotes this work through the Strategic Initiatives Section of the Human Services Department. In 2013, the City of Phoenix created the "Roadmap to Excellence , " making the City a national leader in preventing and ending domestic violence. </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego issued a proclamation making October 2024 Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The proclamation, along with a report of the City’s efforts was presented before today’s C ity Council Policy Session . </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> "With the Paint Phoenix Purple initiative, we renew our commitment to raising awareness and providing support to end domestic violence in our community, said Mayor Kate Gallego. “ Together, we can create a safer and more caring city for each and every one of our residents." </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> “Domestic v iolence does not discriminate, and anyone can be impact ed ,” said Human Services Director Jacqueline Edwards. “Ending the violence takes a community-wide approach to recognize even subtle signs of abuse and offer support so that victims can become survivors. ” </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> The City collaborates with the Maricopa Association of Governments Regional Domestic Violence Council and more than 50 community, private and public organizations to build initiatives including the annual “ Paint Phoenix Purple Campaign ” in October.  The City provides educational resources, activities, and support services for victims including workshops on recognizing signs of abuse, support groups for survivors, and community events. </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> One in four women and one i n 10 men will experience sexual or physical violence or stalking by and intimate partner. The City of Phoenix Police Department received over 33,000 domestic violence calls for service in 2023. </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">“Paint Phoenix Purple exists to shine a light on a dark issue,” said Strategic Initiatives Manager Raquel Wind. “Abuse thrives in silence, so we want to encourage conversations about domestic violence to promote education and prevention.”</span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> Since 1999, the City of Phoenix’s Family Advocacy Center (FAC) has been available for victims of d omestic violence. The FAC provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and other violent incidents. The centralized location of the FAC allows victims to receive a variety of resources from multiple agencies, including the Human Services Department and the Police Department. In addition, the Human Services Department has mobile victim advocates who can meet with victims or their families within the community.   </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span> </p> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> To learn more, or if you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please reach out to the below for help. </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p><div><ul><li><p><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">Arizona Coalition for Sexual & Domestic Violence Helpline:  1-800-782-6400</span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></li><li><p><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)</span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></li><li><p><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">Cit y of Phoenix Famil y Advocacy Center: 602-534-2120 </span> <span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></li><li><p><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><a href="/humanservices/programs/strategicinitiatives/paintphoenixpurple" target="_blank">PaintPhoenixPurple.org</a></span></p></li></ul> </div> <p> <span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> The Strategic Initiatives Section provides proactive messaging throughout the year for awareness and education on domestic violence, human trafficking, teen dating violence, sexual assault, and HIV/AIDS. 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