Focusing on how our environment, laws, government policies and social norms have contributed to elevated levels of crime in the territory, Downtown Revitalization Inc. will hold a forum on public safety and enforcement Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the University of the Virgin Islands Administration Building Conference Center.

Representatives of law enforcement, the judicial system and community coalitions will explore ways to achieve a more comprehensive and effective approach to public safety. They will and speak and take suggestions about interagency enforcement efforts, the use of electronic surveillance mechanisms and how the homeless and/or persons with mental health or substance abuse problems impact public safety.

Issues such as gun violence, crime, juvenile delinquency, illegal drugs and high poverty rates will be discussed.