The RCMP Safe Place program provides protection for LGBTQ2S + people when they feel unsafe and need police assistance. (Kelowna RCMP)
Kelowna RCMP launches a safe place program for the LGBTQ2S + community
The program offers members of the LGBTQ2S + Community Shelter when they feel unsafe
Kelowna RCMP launches the RCMP Safe Place program in town for members of the queer community.
Originally launched in Seattle, the police program works with local businesses and community groups to provide protection for members of the LGBTQ2S + community when they feel unsafe and can wait for police assistance.
The program requires companies, organizations, schools, and other institutions that wish to participate to fill out a form. After completion, you will receive an RCMP SAFE PLACE sticker or poster that can be displayed in the front window of the company premises.
Kelowna RCMP said the goal of the program is to protect LGBTQ2S + members of the community who may have been victims of crime, feel unsafe or in need.
Once an organization joins the program, Kelowna will ask RCMP to allow LGBTQ2S + folks to enter the building and stay there until the police arrive. Staff, clerks, teachers, supervisors, counselors or students are asked to call the victims or help them with the emergency number.
Groups, companies and organizations are invited to call Cst for more information. Robyn Boffy at 250-762-3300 or email Robyn.Boffy@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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Twila Amato
Video journalist, Black Press Okanagan
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