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Free and low-cost safety training for real people, led by real protectors.
What Is CitySafe?
CitySafe is a community safety initiative powered by Personal Protective Concepts (PPC). We offer free and low-cost personal safety workshops designed to equip New Yorkers with the skills and confidence to protect themselves and others.
We focus on underserved communities, real-world threats, and trauma-informed solutions — all taught by professionals with military and protective backgrounds.
This isn’t just training — it’s empowerment.
Who is this for?
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Individuals seeking self-defense or emergency training
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Parents, students, community leaders
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LGBTQ+, AAPI, and other vulnerable communities
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Nonprofits, shelters, outreach teams
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Anyone who wants to feel safer — and help others do the same
What you'll learn
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Situational Awareness
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Verbal De-escalation Techniques
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Practical Self-Defense
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Emergency Trauma Response
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Bystander Intervention
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Real-World Safety Scenarios
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Monthly Workshops
Each month, CitySafe hosts public workshops aligned with timely awareness campaigns and community needs:
January – Human Trafficking
Situational awareness, identifying red flags, escape strategies, and how to safely report or intervene.
February – Black History Month
Empowerment through personal safety, self-defense in historically underserved communities, and community solidarity.
March – Women’s History Month
Self-defense for women and girls, boundary setting, and confidence-building techniques.
April – Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Trauma-informed self-defense, bystander intervention, and consent education.
May – AAPI Heritage Month
Self-defense and safety strategies for AAPI communities, hate crime prevention, and language-accessible support.
June – LGBTQ+ Pride Month
LGBTQ+ safe space training, self-defense in hostile environments, and allyship.
July – Mental Health Awareness Month
De-escalation skills, trauma-informed care, self-regulation, and emotional safety tools.
August – Student Safety
Back-to-school safety planning, bullying prevention, situational awareness for youth, and parent/guardian safety tips.
September – Hispanic Heritage Month
Language-accessible safety training, family-based self-defense, and community protection strategies.
October – Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Survivor-focused safety planning, protective orders, trauma-informed self-defense, and resources.
November – Native American Heritage Month
Safety training in collaboration with Indigenous-led orgs and culturally responsive protection strategies.
December – Universal Human Rights Month
Safety as a human right, solidarity practices, and year-end community safety planning.
Workshops are open to all and hosted throughout NYC in partnership with local leaders and organizations.
Why is this important?
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Closing the Response Gap
With an 8.3-minute national average police response time, CitySafe ensures individuals are prepared to respond to emergencies before help arrives.
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De-Escalation Prevents Violence
Studies show that verbal de-escalation can defuse up to 67% of conflicts. CitySafe equips people with the skills to resolve threats before they turn physical.
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Self-Defense Increases Survival Rates
Research indicates that those trained in self-defense are 88% more likely to escape an attack unharmed. CitySafe provides practical training to help individuals stay safe.