On March 8, 2024 at Lincoln South Rotary Club, we will hear from Melissa Ripley of the Lincoln Police Department and Homeless Coalition. Her program will be on the Alternate Response Program.
Topic: Lincoln South Rotary Club Meeting 2024_0308
Time: Mar 8, 2024 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 885 0407 1885
BIO
Melissa Ripley is an Investigator with 24 years of experience at the Lincoln Police Department. She currently serves as the Homeless Outreach Coordinator for LPD. Throughout her career, she has been a steadfast advocate for breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues and homelessness. Melissa's commitment to using her role as a police officer to amplify the voices of the vulnerable showcases her unwavering dedication to community welfare. Her extensive experience and compassionate approach makes her an asset in addressing the complex challenges of homelessness and mental health within the community.
The new Alternate Response Program is a collaborative effort between LPD and the Centerpointe Street Outreach Team aimed at redefining our response to our unsheltered population. We are combining resources and expertise to support individuals experiencing homelessness rather than criminalizing them. Together we are striving for positive outcomes for the most vulnerable in our community.