October 3, 2023 – Dallas, TX. Dallas Police Department Chief Eddie Garcia was the guest speaker at the 2023 Fall Catalysts hosted by NCJW Greater Dallas held at the Dallas JCC.  

As NCJW Dallas Executive Director Shannon Morse noted, “Chief Garcia expressed a holistic view of policing, one that recognizes the root causes of crime, builds partnerships with services to address those causes, and strives to improve the lives of all residents.” 
 
Chief Garcia shared his motto – “We are not going to arrest our way into a safer Dallas” – and articulated how the Dallas Police Department: 

• Sees itself as part of the bigger picture making Dallas a safer, stronger community for ALL. Read the VIOLENT CRIME REDUCTION PLAN here. 
• Uses collaborative tools such as the RIGHT (Rapid Integrated Group Healthcare Team) program, which is proven to reduce violence and arrests of people experiencing mental illness. 
• Values the support coming from the City of Dallas and the Dallas District Attorney’s Office. 
• Strives to break the cycles of recidivism by connecting parolees with the help they need to succeed through community partnerships. 
• Prioritizes the health and wellness of its police force as reflected in most recent internal supports. 
• Recognizes that successes are limited by the challenge of staffing – a nationwide issue. 
• Acknowledges that hate crimes and incidents are underreported and encourages more vigorous reporting to monitor and respond adequately.  

This aligns with how NCJW Dallas activates its own mission: by partnering to address and alleviate immediate needs while advocating to resolve the issues that cause those needs to exist. 

ABOUT NCJW GREATER DALLAS

Founded in 1913, NCJW Dallas has pioneered ground-breaking programs addressing public education, families in crisis, and family wellness. Enacting its progressive values, NCJW Dallas has been a staunch advocate for women and voting rights. 

Media Contact: Alex Friedman, Director of Communications 

Email: alexf@ncjwdallas.org | Phone: 972-922-6667