MADISON, Conn. - Marylandian -- Safe Night and Simsi are pleased to announce a new certification for the Proactive Alliance (PA) relationship-based approach offered through Rutgers University. The Proactive Alliance credentialing program sets a standard of excellence for stakeholders trained in PA who demonstrate the practical application of collaborative community problem-solving.

The Proactive Alliance relationship-based approach is an empathy-based, trauma-informed method of community engagement rooted in counseling psychology and social work. It prioritizes multidisciplinary collaboration from the standpoint of prevention and incentivizes enforcement agencies to proactively seek out community stakeholders to build relationships and form problem-solving partnerships. This approach is the foundation for municipal and enforcement agencies to establish and maintain trust with community members, collateral agencies, and community service providers.

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Andy Horn, Simsi's Director of Growth, said, "Impactful community engagement is a goal many seek in their organizations. Simsi is honored to partner with Safe Night and support stakeholders who strive to achieve the Proactive Alliance certification."

Molly C. Mastoras, MA, LPC, President of Safe Night, said, "Our partnership with Simsi continues to grow with our new collaboration to offer certificates from Rutgers University. We're thrilled to provide this opportunity for community safety professionals who will benefit from earning this credential from a renowned and top-tier institution. Trainees will feel proud to be certified in PA through Rutgers."

Professionals who have completed a PA training course can quickly earn this verifiable certificate after satisfying the practical criteria. For more details, please visit: https://newark.credentials.rutgers.edu/group/660684

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ABOUT SIMSI INC
Simsi is a startup out of Rutgers University and a trusted leader in public safety analytics, providing solutions that empower communities and law enforcement agencies to make data-informed decisions. The Simsi Suite, powered by Risk Terrain Modeling, provides actionable insights to help you create safer spaces, foster community trust, and reduce crime collaboratively and sustainably. To learn more, please visit www.simsi.com

ABOUT SAFE NIGHT LLC
Founded in 2018, Safe Night LLC is a consulting firm that provides solutions to increase trust and safety in communities. Safe Night works with community stakeholders and municipal agencies, including police departments, local and state enforcement agencies, public health, social services, non-profits, economic development, business improvement districts, private businesses, community groups, and public/private partnerships to improve the safety and vibrancy of communities. To learn more, please visit www.safe-night.com