DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement

Under Mayor Bowser's public safety and justice cluster, ONSE applies community-based strategies to help prevent violence and foster a safer DC. #WeAreONSE

[DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement @ONSEDC_]

📚✨ School is coming!… But first, it's time to level up. 🚀Join us for the ONSE Level Up for the New School Year event on August 8! 🚀

✨ Free resources
🎮 Interactive activities
💼 Career exploration
💚 Wellness experiences
🎁 Giveaways & more!

Space is LIMITED—register today! 👀 Stay tuned as we reveal guest speakers and exciting activations. ➡️https://t.co/7PToYiZgtv

#LevelUpDC #BackToSchool #DCYouth #WeAreONSE

[DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement @ONSEDC_]

NEW – The DC Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) announces the availability of funding for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Group Violence Reduction Strategy (GVRS) Grant.

The Request for Applications (RFA) are open and applications are due by September 14, 2026, at 8:00 pm.

#Linkinbio #ONSE #ViolencePrevention

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

The latest on storm response in Washington, DC:

1. Teams are out across the District removing trees blocking pathways and managing clean-up.
2. We've received 1,100+ requests for tree removals since last night's storm. We're expecting this to be a multi-day effort.
3. Some traffic signals are out. Drivers, be mindful and travel carefully.

If there's a tree or tree limb blocking a right-of-way, report to 311. Thank you to the teams working around the clock to manage the response and clean-up.

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

Recovery efforts from last night’s storm are ongoing & we're coordinating w/ @DDOTDC, @DCDPW, @DCDGS, @311DCgov,
@PepcoConnect & others.

If you've previously reported a downed tree to 311, pls avoid making a 2nd report. District crews are working hard to address all reports!

[DC OVSJG @OVSJG_DC]

Today, OVSJG joined @ONSEDC_ Inside the Industry: Media & Communications Career Panel to help introduce youth participants to the wide range of opportunities within public service and communications. Panelists shared their career journeys & highlighted the power of storytelling.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

It's Black Business Month in Washington, DC!

Black-owned businesses are the cornerstone of our local economy—they reflect our values and provide amenities to our neighborhoods. This August and all year long, we encourage you to go out and support a local Black business.

[Mayor's Office on African Affairs @MOAA_DC]

📚✨ La rentrée approche !… Mais d'abord, place à l'étape supérieure. 🚀 Rejoignez-nous pour l'événement « ONSE Level Up for the New School Year » le 8 août ! 🚀

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the District of Columbia until midnight tonight, August 2.

Heavy rain may produce flash flooding.

NEVER travel through flooded roads or trails.

[DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement @ONSEDC_]

⏰ Time’s almost up: ONSE FY26 Gun Violence Prevention Mini Grants Close TOMORROW

There’s just one day left to submit your application. This funding opportunity supports community driven projects that strengthen neighborhoods, expand access to resources, and bring local ideas to life.

ONSE’s Violence Intervention (VI) Team will award up to $15K to initiatives serving individuals ages 12–35.

Eligible Program Areas: 1️⃣ Behavioral Health — crisis intervention, counseling, therapeutic arts, wellness, trauma informed support, services for victims and families 2️⃣ Restorative Justice — workforce development, education support, mentorship, reintegration, conflict resolution, community healing, victim support

Let’s continue building safer, stronger communities across the District.

📌 Learn more: https://t.co/fdcAnZMKYD #WeAreONSE #FY26MiniGrants #ViolencePrevention

[DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement @ONSEDC_]

National Gun Violence Awareness Month — History & Why We Wear Orange🧡

June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month, a nationwide movement rooted in community action, youth leadership, and the urgent need to save lives.

The history begins in 2013, when 15 year old Hadiya Pendleton was tragically shot and killed on a Chicago playground — just one week after performing in President Obama’s second inaugural parade. In response, her friends and classmates chose to wear orange to honor her life. They selected orange because it’s the color hunters wear to protect themselves and signal “don’t shoot.”

What started as a local act of remembrance quickly grew into a national call for awareness.

Key Milestones
2013 — The Origin Hadiya’s friends begin wearing orange to draw attention to the loss of young lives to gun violence, sparking a grassroots movement.

2015 — First National Observation On what would have been Hadiya’s 18th birthday (June 2, 2015), a coalition of public health, education, and advocacy organizations launched the first official National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

Expansion to a Full Month The movement continued to grow, and June is now widely recognized as National Gun Violence Awareness Month. Cities, lawmakers, and organizations across the country — including Everytown for Gun Safety and Brady United — issue proclamations each year to honor survivors, remember those lost, and advance community driven solutions.

This month, we stand with families, survivors, and communities working every day to build a safer, stronger future.
🧡 #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth #WearOrange #WeAreONSE #CommunityHealing

[DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement @ONSEDC_]

5 DAYS LEFT 📣 ONSE FY26 Gun Violence Prevention Mini-Grants application is now OPEN. 5 days to apply. Up to $15K for projects serving ages 12–35.
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Eligible Program Areas Include: Behavioral Health & Restorative Justice.
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Learn more here ➡️: https://t.co/fdcAnZMKYD #WeAreONSE #FY26MiniGrants

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

High temperatures above 90 degrees are expected in DC starting today ☀️

Follow these tips to stay cool, and visit https://t.co/o7T50Zdlhw for more ways to beat the heat!

[DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement @ONSEDC_]

🚨 9 DAYS LEFT: The ONSE FY26 Mini-Grants application is now open!
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This funding opportunity supports community-led projects that promote gun violence prevention, healing, community engagement, and positive youth development.
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Don’t miss this chance to foster safer, stronger communities across the District.
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Learn more here: https://t.co/fdcAnZMKYD #FY26MiniGrants #WeAreONSE

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

Many people know heat can be dangerous. Fewer know how to recognize when it can become a medical emergency.

Know the difference between Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke - and what to do for each.

Learn more about heat safety at https://t.co/o7T50Zdlhw.

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

A heatwave is forecasted to affect the District through Thursday, May 21, with highs near 95° F.

Prepare for consistent heat as summer approaches:
- Know your nearest cooling center
- Review your household emergency plans
- Check on neighbors and pets
- Never leave kids or pets alone in parked cars

Visit https://t.co/N2ZMNOCFvV for more.

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

Due to expected low temperatures, DC will be under a Cold Alert from 7 PM today until 7 AM tomorrow, 4/21.

Overnight, temperatures will feel like 32 degrees.

Find shelter and other assistance at https://t.co/HTpX9GcIKa

[DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management @DC_HSEMA]

🚨 The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch in the District of Columbia until 7PM today, 3/16.

A Tornado Watch means that tornadoes are possible in the area.

Very strong and dangerous winds may cause downed trees/branches, localized power outages, and damage to homes and buildings.

BEFORE A TORNADO:
- Secure loose outdoor objects like trash cans, outdoor furniture, and other items that could become dangerous flying debris during a tornado.
- Charge your phone and other communication, medical, or assistive devices in case of a power outage.
- Identify a safe space to shelter if a Tornado Warning is issued.

Visit https://t.co/Si13xWFDI4 for more safety tips.

DURING A TORNADO:
- Go to the nearest sturdy building if you are outside or in a vehicle.
- Move to an interior room on the lowest floor if possible. STAY AWAY from windows.

[DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement @ONSEDC_]

The results are real. And we remain committed to continuing the work to keep District communities safe.​

#WeAreONSE

[DC Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement @ONSEDC_]

In 2025, violent crime declined by 28% and homicides dropped by 32% across the District.​

This progress reflects a coordinated public safety strategy - including strong investments in Community Violence Intervention (CVI).

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Mayor Bowser Celebrates 25 Years of Providing Higher Education Opportunities for DC Youth Through DCTAG https://t.co/hsLAWbNq7M