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Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships to Support Safe Communities. Alicia Jolla Global Partnerships, Target Corporation. Map of Partnerships Throughout the U.S. Safety.
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Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships to Support Safe Communities Alicia Jolla Global Partnerships, Target Corporation
Safety “Is a place where I feel safe shopping” was the top CSR attribute contributing to store loyalty, making a retailer “One of my favorite places to shop” among respondents - Q2 2009 Competitive Tracking Survey
Challenge:Risk / Resources RISK RESOURCES
Strong Community Citizenship Target gives 5% of its income to communities – over $3 million every week. Target.com/community
Why Youth Violence & Safe Communities • Strategic Growth • Safe Community = Business Opportunity • Reputation – Corporate Social Responsibility • Brands are Cultural Icons • CSR Includes community safety • Local Connectivity • Team Member Engagement
Resources • Grants / Sponsorships • Technology • Video & computer systems • Investigative support • Expertise / Best practices • Training & talent • Convener / Connector • Publications • Intellectual philanthropy
Partnerships and Projects 2000+ Partnerships 20+ Safe City Projects