Help Us Reallocate Safety Dollars Where They Actually Work

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Why this matters?

Arizona has thousands of unsolved cases—from missing persons to homicides that remain cold. Every unsolved case leaves families without answers, communities without closure, and in some instances offenders unaccountable.

At the same time, the state continues to spend hundreds of millions of dollars on ineffective public safety policies that do little to solve crimes or support survivors. Families are left waiting while resources are tied up in systems that don’t deliver safety.

This survey will help us:

  • Identify community priorities for solving unsolved cases.

  • Document gaps in resources and support for families of missing persons and homicide victims.

  • Show policymakers that Arizonans want funds reallocated away from failed policies and toward effective solutions like cold case investigations, forensic testing, and survivor support.

By completing this survey, you are helping us build the case for smarter investments in justice—ones that heal families, solve crimes, and make Arizona safer for everyone.

Who should take this?

  • Survivors of homicide and their loved ones

  • Victim advocates, service providers, and community health workers

  • Law students, attorneys, investigators, and lab professionals

  • Faith, civic, and neighborhood leaders

  • Any Arizonan who wants resources used wisely

Credibility & Transparency

  • Who’s running this?

    • Arizonans for Effective Public Safety (AEPS).

  • What will you do with the results?

    • Publish a public summary and deliver recommendations to state and county leaders.

  • When?

    • Initial findings in Q3 2026; legislative brief for the 2027 session.

FAQ

Can I take it if I’m a service provider or public employee?
Absolutely. Lived experience and professional expertise are both critical.

Will my answers affect services I receive?
No. This is for policy and budget advocacy—not service eligibility.

I’m a survivor. Will this be triggering?
We keep questions practical and optional. If you need support, here are a couple of 24/7 options: 988 Lifeline; AZ Victim Services Directory.

Can I share this with my community?
Please do!

Public policy must be rooted in results,

not rhetoric.