Are Oakland community ambassadors making a difference?
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Ambassadors are meant to improve public safety, de-escalate conflict, and help keep the city clean. Are these programs working?
  • Mike D.@lemm.eeMEnglish
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    9 months ago

    While I’ve seen them in JLS many times they were always in a group talking to themselves.

    • AbouBenAdhem@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
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      9 months ago

      I’ve seen them quite a bit around downtown and uptown, generally doing positive things—cleanup, homeless wellness checks, conflict de-escalation, etc.

      On the other hand, they’re ultimately beholden to the businesses, not to elected officials—ideally I’d like to see the city adopt a similar program.