Memphis, TN – July 9, 2026 – The 2022-2026 Safe Community Action Plan spearheaded by the Memphis Shelby Crime Commission identified the need to increase the number of effective neighborhood watch groups within the city of Memphis. In response, the Public Safety Institute (PSI) at the University of Memphis was asked to assess the extent and efficacy of existing neighborhood watch groups (NWGs) within city limits, as well as assess the progress and needs of programs that may serve as a foundation for future expansion.

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