The FBI's Community Outreach Program

Beginning in 1988 with a drug awareness program, the FBI has expanded its outreach efforts to include crime, drugs, gangs, terrorism, and violence prevention. Linking community service, drug-abuse prevention, and law enforcement is a major national trend as grass-root efforts have brought about federal government support for public safety initiatives. FBI employees have joined in this national movement, volunteering in a wide variety of community-related efforts.

Each of the FBI's 56 field divisions has a Community Outreach Specialist or Coordinator who actively participates in community outreach events. These persons serve on boards, councils, and community coalitions.

The Norfolk Division offers speakers for groups throughout the community on a variety of topics, including:

If you wish to schedule a speaker, we ask that you submit your request in writing at least one month in advance. Please send your request by fax to (757) 455-2714, or by mail to 150 Corporate Boulevard, Norfolk, VA 23502. Make sure your request includes the name of the group, the requested date and time, the location, the number of expected attendees, the topic in which you are interested, and your contact information.

For information on Norfolk's Community Outreach Program, contact

Vanessa Torres

Community Outreach Specialist

757-455-2595

vanessa.torres@ic.fbi.gov