Youth Violence Prevention & Awareness Week
2026-04-27 - 2026-05-02
The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) invites community members to participate in Youth Violence Prevention & Awareness Week, that will take place April 27 through May 2.
This week-long initiative will feature a variety of activities and events focused on youth empowerment, violence prevention, and strengthening safer communities. Through education, engagement, and collaboration, the initiative aims to bring together youth, families, community partners, and local leaders to raise awareness and promote positive solutions to youth violence.
Additional event details and programming information will be announced soon. Community members are encouraged to save the date and stay connected for upcoming updates.

Real Talk Zoom Call
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
The City of Columbia ONSE would like you to join us for a Real Talk Zoom Call focused on Youth Violence Prevention Awareness, where young people will have the opportunity to openly discuss the realities they face in their communities. This interactive conversation is designed for youth ages 14–17 and young adults 18–25 to share their experiences, speak their truth, and explore how violence impacts them socially and in educational settings. Together, we will work toward understanding these challenges and identifying ways to bridge the gap and create safer, more supportive communities.

The event will take place on Monday, April 27, 2026, from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM on zoom.

This is a free event, but registration is required.

Safer Communities Start with Us Panel
2026-04-28 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Virginia Bedford, 113 Parkside Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
The City of Columbia Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (ONSE) invites community members to attend Safer Communities Start With Us, a community conversation focused on building safer neighborhoods through dialogue and engagement.
This event will feature a guest speaker and panel discussion with local leaders who will share insights, experiences, and strategies to address community safety and youth violence. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, ask questions, and learn about resources that support safer, stronger communities.
The event will take place on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM at the Virginia Bedford Community Center, 1113 Recreation Drive, Columbia, SC 29203.
Community members are encouraged to attend and be part of the conversation. This is a free event, but registration is required. Refreshments will be provided.

Gun Safety Cafe
2026-05-20 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit) | 2500 Decker Blvd, 2500 Decker Blvd, Columbia, SC, United States
