There are 4 article(s) tagged Public Safety Institute at the University of Memphis:

• July 2026

  • U of M Public Safety Institute spearheads plan to address domestic violence

    The Public Safety Institute at the University of Memphis launched a strategic plan on Friday designed to strengthen the region’s response to domestic violence.

    By Wallis Rogin July 18, 2026

• January 2026

  • Opinion: We need to address criminal forensic priorities

    “Investigations and prosecutions can take far too long as forensic test results are pending. But implementing a series of key additions to local forensic capabilities can make the justice system move faster and more efficiently.”

    By Bill Gibbons January 09, 2026

• November 2023

  • Opinion: Public safety is a key to Downtown’s future

    “The key to maintaining and building on Downtown Memphis’ momentum is to get a handle on the reality and perception of public safety concerns and to do so with a healthy sense of urgency.”

    By Bill Gibbons November 01, 2023

• October 2023

  • New Downtown Memphis Safety Plan has more than 40 suggestions

    Among the plan’s recommendations is creation of a DMC Youth Advisory Council that would “receive feedback on appropriate youth-focused activities for Downtown and youth perceptions of public safety.”

    By Ben Wheeler October 18, 2023