"It has been so impressive to me, to be the witness to a great result achieved. Since the start of the Partnership, Officer Garrido has shown great interest and has been eager to learn about the work developed by the Santa Ana Police. The results are clear - he and all the officers have taken a very proactive role in all the activities that have been developed in Nahuizalco with the participation of a violence prevention council led by the Mayor of Nahuizalco and made up of civil society, police and government representatives. It is impressive that even in the language used by Garrido and the

Civic Awareness Month, which occurs in September, reminds us of the importance of an educated and engaged citizenry.

The Southwest Community Design Academy (SWCDA) is a nine week interactive program brought to the community by the La Plata County Planning Department.