COPA had a great time engaging the residents of Chicago in the community during the week of 05.18.26. This week our Public Affairs team was in the Humboldt Park, Belmont Cragin, and Chatham 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
Northwest Community Alliance Monthly Meeting – May 28, 2026
COPA had a great time attending the Northwest Community Alliance Monthly Meeting hosted at Metropolitan Family Services in the Portage Park community. Our agency was able to meet with various not-for-profit organizations to discuss community resources that can be offered to Latino communities on the Northwest side of Chicago. During the meeting COPA also shared with meeting attendees the role that we play in police oversight.
Yates Elementary Clean & Green – May 28, 2026
COPA Staff joined the service committee to partner with Yates Elementary school in the Humboldt Park Community. This Clean & Green project included scraping the fence to the new entrance for their building, curing rust areas, and priming for painting. This project is meant to beautify the entrance to the school and create a welcoming environment for students, families, and community.
Belmont Cragin Cook County Health Clinic Health Fair – May 29, 2026
COPA had a great time attending the Belmont Cragin Cook County Health Clinic Health Fair. This event brought together community from the Belmont Cragin area to offer, health screenings, activities, and resources! COPA was able to set up a resource table and give out information on how to file complaints and compliments for CPD.
Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago Youth Health Summit South – May 30, 2026
COPA had an amazing time attending the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago’s Youth Health Conference at the Chicago Urban League. This youth centered conference included workshops & panel discussions for young people and their allies around health, substance use, and safety. COPA was able to set up a resource table and give out information on filing complaints and compliments towards CPD.
