NAACP Santa Cruz Shares An Invite with SCPD & The Community

Members of the SCPD spent Sunday afternoon meeting and talking with people from our community at the NAACP Peace Party. The day was beautiful, the people were great, and the event was a success.

Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography

 

Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography

The event was planned by Santa Cruz Branch of the NAACP and hosted by Garfield Park Community Church. The goal for the day was to raise awareness for organizations committed to racial justice. The day was also a huge success in bridging the gap between police and the community they serve.

                            

 Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography

Deputy Chief Police Rick Martinez - “Everything circles back to communication. What we see happening right here is collaboration and engagement which is essential for a healthy community.”

 

Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography

Spontaneous Q&A took place throughout the afternoon. The questions and conversations from the community included topics about racial profiling, transparency and building relationships. Deputy Chief Rick Martinez along with several officers answered questions on the spot. 

 

Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography

SCPD uniformed officers socialized with community members at the NAACP Peace Party gathering.

 

                                   Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography
The day was fun for everyone. Adult and kids played games, jumped in bounce-houses and blew bubbles and danced together. While the day was fun for everyone, it was also a priority at the NAACP table to register voters.

 

Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography

NAACP Santa Cruz Peace Party put into action community building at its best!

Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography

This event was an opportunity to have conversations, make introductions, and build relationships. We all have a role and responsibility in creating a better community.

 

Photo Credit: Allison Garcia Photography

SCPD sends out special thank you to the Santa Cruz Branch of the NAACP, Garfield Park Community Church and all the people who made the day possible. It was a good day, Thank you!