COPA had a great time engaging the residents of Chicago in the community during the week of 02.02.26. This week our Public Affairs team was in Humboldt Park and Austin communities.
Our office is committed to helping residents understand how to file a complaint or compliment an officer and explain to the public our role in police oversight. Below is a brief description of our most recent community engagement efforts. If you are interested in COPA speaking to your community group or organization, please submit a request via email to COPA-PublicAffairs@chicagocopa.org
New Life Center Community Meal – February 03, 2026
COPA had a great time attending the New Life Center Community Meal in the Humboldt Park community. This new initiative of New Life Center provides a community meal once a week for anyone to come and break bred together. The meal also includes food pantry items, household supplies, and a resource component. COPA was able to set up a resource table and give out information about our role in police accountability.
Westside Ministers’ Coalition Monthly Meeting – February 05, 2026
COPA was in Austin at the monthly Westside Ministers Coalition community meeting. One of the primary purposes of the meeting is to tackle various social issues & discuss ways attendees can bring about a positive change throughout the city. COPA attends these meetings to give out information on our role in police accountability and how to file compliments & complaints towards CPD.
