Local Community Organizations

The Bloom Project-
Dedicated to serving the young men in the Indianapolis and Fort Wayne communities.  This Non-profit organization holds a workshop every third Saturday of the month and offers mentors and positive direction for young men 12-18.
317-758-8531
bloomprojectinc@gmail.com

Ladies Under Construction-
Dedicated to serving the young women in our community.  This organization offers a variety of services including mentors and uplifting workshops to keep the women in our city on the right track.
317-721-4LUC
P.O. Box 40752
Indianapolis, IN 46240
ladiesunderconstruction@gmail.com

Central Indiana Chakra Zulus
This organization uses the 5 elements of hip hop as a conduit to get involved in the community.  Dedicated to creating positive outlets for the youth and community outreach.
http://uznofcentralindiana.wordpress.com/type/image/
(765)444-ZULU(9858)

Peace Learning Center-
Peace Learning Center of Indianapolis educates, inspires and empowers people to live peacefully. Our Vision is to build a community of peace where respect is primary and justice is real.
(317)327-7144
(317)327-7312
6040 Delong Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46254

Coburn Place Safehaven-
A facility that offers shelter for women and children that were victim of abuse or in danger of being abused.  
604 E 38th Street, 
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 923-5750


Mental Health Association of Marion County-

Suicide Prevention, Crisis Intervention, 

Information & Referral

24 hours / 7 days

(317) 251-7575

Teen Link

A confidential peer support and crisis line

for youth ages 11 to 19

(317) 255-TEEN (8336)

Monday - Friday - 5:00 - 9:00pm

http://www.suicide.org/hotlines/indiana-suicide-hotlines.html

Child Abuse or Neglect-

Suspected child abuse or neglect should be reported to Child Protective Services (CPS). They operate a 24-hour, 7-day a week hotline

1-800-800-5556.

Respect Indy Community Hotline-
Dedicated to mediating conflicts and stopping the violence in the Indianapolis community and connecting the youth with resources they need to be successful.
(317)759-4302
respectindy317@gmail.com

Know your rights (Indiana Code 34-28-5-3)

IC 34-28-5-3
Detention
     Sec. 3. Whenever a law enforcement officer believes in good faith
that a person has committed an infraction or ordinance violation, the
law enforcement officer may detain that person for a time sufficient
to:
          (1) inform the person of the allegation;
          (2) obtain the person's:
          (A) name, address, and date of birth; or
          (B) driver's license, if in the person's possession; and
          (3) allow the person to execute a notice to appear.

As added by P.L.1-1998, SEC.24.
IC 34-28-5-3.5

Refusal to identify self
     Sec. 3.5. A person who knowingly or intentionally refuses to
provide either the person's:
          (1) name, address, and date of birth; or
          (2) driver's license, if in the person's possession; to a law enforcement officer who has stopped the person for an infraction or ordinance violation commits a Class C misdemeanor.


If you are stopped by the police:

1. You NEVER have to talk to any police officer, parole/probation officer, agents or investigator on the street, at your home, at work or while in custody.
2. You are not required to carry ID most places unless you are driving.  You cannot be arrested for refusing to identify yourself on the street but refusing may seem suspicious.
3. When stopped DO NOT run away.  You can always ask, "Am I being detained?".  If the police are NOT detaining you, you can leave after asking, "Am I free to go?"
4. Remember that police officers DO NOT have to tell you why they are speaking to you and will often not tell you the reason when asked why they stopped you.
5. Lying to a federal agent or police officer is a crime, so be mindful of what you say because it CAN and WILL be used against you.  It is best to keep quiet.  Remember that police are allowed to lie to you to get you to talk to them.
6. The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects all persons from unreasonable searches and seizures.  The Fifth Amendment gives every person the right to stay silent; the Sixth Amendment assures you the right to a lawyer.  These rights can not be taken away by anyone regardless of whether you have been convicted of a crime in the past.  

These are your rights under the law but that does not mean that you will always enjoy these rights in reality.  You must stand up for your rights.

If you are pulled over by the police while driving:

1. If ordered by the police to do so, the driver of a vehicle  is required to stop, show identification, and answer routine questions.  All information needed at this time is available on your driver's license and registration card.
2. In certain cases, you car can be searched without a warrant at long as the police have probable cause. Regardless, tell the police, "I don't consent to the search of my care or my person."
3. Police officers may order the driver and passengers out of the vehicle and in some cases it is lawful for them to search you and your passengers.  In any event tell the police, "I don't consent to the search of my car or my person."

Searches and Seizures:

1. You do not have to let any police or anly law enforcement agent into your house or office without a search warrant.  The police cannot search you, your passengers or your car without probable cause.
2. They are allowed to frisk you, which is a pat down on the outside of your clothing.  To protect yourself say, "I do not consent to this search of my person or belongings."
3. You cannot be arrested for not consenting to a search.  You cannot be arrested for refusing an officer or agent access to your house, office or personal belongings unless they have a signed warrant.
4. Remember that interfering with a police search beyond refusing to consent an result in very serious charges.

Detainment and Arrests:

1. If you are not free to go , you are being detained.  Police do not have to read you your rights or give you access to a lawyer if you are merely detained.  While you are being detained police are free to ask you questions without reading you your rights.  It is best to remain silent.  Anything you say while being detained can be distorted to give them a reason to arrest you.
2. If you are being taken, ask if you are under arrest.  If you are under arrest you have the right to know why.  You also have the right to see a lawyer as soon as possible.  If you cannot afford a layer you have the right to a free one.  You also have the right not to answer questions without your lawyer present. 
3. If you are NON-CITIZEN and you are stopped and/or detained:
4. Do not speak to any police officers or members of law enforcement agencies (FBI, CIA, DEA).  If any of those persons ask about immigrant status, tell them, "I am going to remain silent.  I want to speak to a lawyer."
5. If INS picks you up after being released from police custody, or on the streets, demand to talk to a lawyer.  Do not answer any questions.
6. Remember, INS is under no obligation to provide a lawyer for you. If you do not already have a lawyer, ask to call a friend and have them retain a lawyer for you.  Keep your conversation brief, as you are not guaranteed the right to privacy with anyone but your lawyer.
7. Do not sign anything without talking to a trusted (immigration) lawyer.  The INS often tries to get people to sign voluntary deportation orders, which can have consequences for your ability to re-enter the United States at a later date.

You can reach the Organized Community of United People of United People at 866-806-9069 x5413.

{This information was taken from Page 210 of the H.I.P. Training Manual}

Neighborhood Liasons

	Liaison	Area	Phone
	Helen Jackson	Northwest Outer District	833-4530
	Gary Loveless	Northeast Outer District	833-4938
	Kelly Carter	West & Southwest Outer District	408-1991
	Betty Smith-Beecher	Northwest Center District	429-7806
	Charles Ingram	Northeast Center District	777-2391
	Paul Ross	Downtown Center East District	452-0336
	Lisa Laflin	South Center District	452-0316
	Karen Lightbourne	East Outer District	833-4933
	Ashley Davis	South & Southeast Outer District	429-7807

Neighborhood Liaisons serve as a bridge between citizens and city government, acting as ombudsmen and providing a communication link between neighborhoods and the City. Neighborhood Liaisons provide assistance to neighborhoods and businesses.

Neighborhood Assistance

• Assistance in establishing new neighborhood organizations.
• Bring community groups together which may benefit from combining forces in addressing common issues.
• Attend community meetings to hear citizen and business concerns first hand and address them with the appropriate government officials.
• Educate the public on zoning ordinance interpretation and land use issues and how they can participate in the zoning process.
• Provide the general public with applicable zoning ordinances, re-zoning variance procedures and information about permitting issues.

Business Assistance

• Attend community meetings to hear citizen and business concerns first hand and address them with the appropriate government officials.
• Educate the public on zoning ordinance interpretation and land use issues and how they can participate in the zoning process.
• Provide businesses with applicable zoning ordinances, re-zoning variance procedures and information about permitting issues.
• Assist merchants in business expansion or relocation of operations focusing on the economic needs of the community.
• Assist in locating vacant properties and buildings.

If you click the attached link, they provide an option for you to type in your address to let you know who your Neighborhood Liason is. http://www.indy.gov/egov/city/dmd/neighborhood_services/ta/Pages/home.aspx