The City of New Orleans Police Department was awarded a $7,266,305 Project Grant from the Department of Justice Offices Boards and Divisions Community Oriented Policing Program under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants (CFDA 16.710) program. The grant aims to support the implementation of community policing strategies through collaborative partnerships between law enforcement and community members from October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2026. As the primary awardee, the Police Department will work with the Mayor's Office and other stakeholders to develop solutions to public safety issues using community policing approaches like problem-oriented policing, organizational change, and community engagement. Key activities will include proactive problem analysis and response, aligning police management and resources to support community partnerships, and establishing collaborative relationships with other government, nonprofit, and private partners.