On this episode, we’re exploring how Los Angeles is redefining public safety beyond enforcement. The Mayor’s Office of Community Safety, led by Deputy Mayor Karen Lane, is building a citywide network of programs rooted in prevention, healing, and opportunity. We’ll be discussing everything from youth mentorship and violence interruption to reentry support and community-led crisis response.
Karen Lane launched the city’s first Office of Community Safety under Mayor Karen Bass. With deep roots in criminal justice reform and philanthropy, she leads efforts to invest in community-driven safety strategies and sustain programs that strengthen families and neighborhoods.
Gilbert Johnson leads the City’s Strategic Reentry Initiatives, connecting justice-impacted Angelenos with employment, housing, and support services. A South Central native and longtime community organizer, Gilbert’s work centers on helping people rebuild their lives after incarceration and contribute meaningfully to their neighborhoods.
Community Announcements
LA Mobility Plan - www.mobilityactionplanla.org
Justice Fair 2025 - www.justicefair.org
