TY - BOOK AU - Nepomuceno, Chaiel D. AU - Dulce, Lucilla C. AU - Laurito, Danryl AU - Kyamko, Christ Jude A. AU - Taala, Angelo T. TI - Marked safe : : an analysis on police and barangay initiatives in ensuring public safety in Barangay Talamban Cebu City PY - 2024/// CY - Cebu City, Philippines PB - University of Cebu-Banilad KW - Public safety KW - Police and barangay initiatives KW - Crime prevention KW - Barangay Talamban N1 - Includes bibliographical references; Adult N2 - Public safety and security play a crucial role in fostering societal growth and achieving sustainable development goals. Effective crime prevention strategies are essential in reducing crime and violence, contributing to the creation of resilient, peaceful communities. In the Philippines, local authorities, such as Barangays,, work closely with the Philippine National Police (PNP) to maintain law and order, implementing crime prevention and emergency response initiatives. Despite these efforts, crime continues to be a significant challenge in certain areas, emphasizing the need for more robust safety strategies. The research focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of police and barangay initiatives in Nasipit, Talamban, Cebu City, aiming to develop more comprehensive, sustainable approaches to enhance public safety and create safer neighborhoods ER -