Partnering with UH and UH Ventures could lead to transformative advancements for GoVia, creating a safer and more connected community. Here’s a vision for this partnership:
Envisioned Partnership Goals
- Establish a Working Relationship: Build a strong, collaborative foundation between GoVia and UH/UH Ventures.
- Promote Transparency: Utilize GoVia’s features to ensure transparent and accountable policing practices.
- Enhance Community Engagement: Foster dialogue between law enforcement and the community to prevent civil rights abuses.
- Support Mental Health: Provide access to mental health professionals for both citizens and officers.
How the Partnership Can Work
Video Chatting & Access to Professionals
- Video Chat Integration: Integrate video chat features (e.g., Zoom) within GoVia to connect users with attorneys and mental health professionals during police encounters.
- Real-Time Support: Enable real-time support from legal and mental health experts, ensuring users and officers receive immediate assistance when needed.
Highlight a Hero Feature
- Community Engagement: Use the Highlight a Hero feature to rate and highlight positive police encounters, showcasing good policing practices and building trust.
- Recognition Programs: Collaborate with UH to create recognition programs that celebrate outstanding officers and community members.
Resources & Educational Initiatives
- Legal Aid Resources: Provide comprehensive legal aid resources within the app, including information on rights, procedures, and access to attorneys.
- Mental Health Support: Offer mental health resources and connect users with professionals for ongoing support, promoting well-being for all parties involved.
- Educational Workshops: Partner with UH to conduct workshops on citizens’ rights, proper conduct during encounters, and mental health awareness.
Scaling & Future Integrations
- Expanded Support: As GoVia scales, introduce probation officers and social workers to the live stream support system, further aiding both police and citizens.
- Data-Driven Insights: Collaborate on data analytics projects to identify trends, improve training, and develop proactive measures for community safety.
Leadership & Responsibilities
- Politicians: Advocate for policy changes and funding to support the initiative.
- Police Union: Encourage officers to engage with the app and participate in community-building activities.
- Citizens: Actively use the app to provide feedback and participate in community engagement efforts.
- Professionals: Attorneys and mental health professionals offer their expertise and support through live streams and consultations.
By integrating these elements, the partnership between GoVia and UH/UH Ventures can lead to a safer, more connected, and transparent community, where both law enforcement and citizens feel supported and valued. This collaboration has the potential to set a new standard for community policing and mental health support.
