Safe Summer

The Haifa Community Security Authority is once again launching the “Safe Summer” project, designed to offer young people in the city fun, educational, and safe experiences throughout the summer vacation. The goal is to create secure and enriching spaces where teens can enjoy cultural and social activities while gaining valuable tools to cope with the challenges and risks that often arise during their free time.

The “Safe Summer” Campaign

As part of the project, a city-wide campaign highlights the importance of spending the summer responsibly and safely. The campaign includes community events, distribution of educational materials, guidance workshops, and partnerships with various municipal bodies – all working together to ensure that every teen enjoys a pleasant, meaningful, and secure summer.

What’s Waiting for You This Summer?

In collaboration with youth centers and community centers across Haifa, a wide variety of programs are offered, including:

• Environmental and sustainability workshops – community gardening, street art workshops, and neighborhood improvement activities that promote responsibility and a sense of belonging.
• Life skills training – workshops on social skills, interpersonal communication, time management, and stress management.
• Safe driving education – advanced simulators and workshops on preventing driving under the influence of alcohol or dangerous substances, emphasizing personal responsibility on the road.
• Music rooms for youth – guided musical activities across the city, using music as a positive tool to prevent loitering, vandalism, violence, and substance abuse.

Safe Hangout Spaces for Youth

Designated safe spaces for teens are being set up in central locations throughout the city, offering comfortable seating areas, diverse activities, and the presence of professional counselors to guide and maintain order.

Self-Defense and Violence Prevention Workshops

As part of the initiative, practical self-defense workshops are held alongside training in life skills and strategies for dealing with violence or sexual harassment. Participants gain hands-on tools to build personal confidence, develop environmental awareness, and strengthen their ability to face challenging situations.