A new approach to community safety and wellness
The Policing Alternatives & Diversion Initiative is an Atlanta-based non-profit organization that provides an alternative to police response and diversion from jail for people experiencing extreme poverty, problematic substance use, or mental health concerns.
Call 311 & select Supportive Services to engage PAD’s Community Response team.
Community Response Services through ATL311
PAD provides Community Response Services throughout the City of Atlanta in partnership with ATL311’s Supportive Services department.
From 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday, PAD can be engaged by calling 311 to make a referral for individuals experiencing extreme poverty, substance use, or mental health concerns.
Hear from PAD Participants
From darkest days to renewed hope, our participants stand before City Council to share their journeys in their own powerful, inspiring words. This is what PAD is all about.
About PAD
MISSION
PAD actively works towards a reduction of police involvement in quality-of-life concerns and an increase in the accessibility of supportive services.
VISION
We envision a world in which people in crisis are met with dignity and support rather than punitive forces.
Our Approach
WORKING FOR OUR COMMUNITY
PAD fosters a new approach to community safety and wellness by engaging in creative problem-solving to respond to community concerns, and addressing people’s human needs with dignity, patience and care.
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Your support allows us to continue to do the important work of supporting our community here in Atlanta.
