State-accredited program expands access to safety training
A state-accredited community safety program, Immersive Violence Prevention Training (IVPT), is now available at no cost to participants.
Thanks to funding from the Hennepin County Office of Community Safety Partners and The Minneapolis Foundation’s Safer Communities Initiative, IVPT aims to provide life-saving skills and legal safety education to a broader audience.
Breaking financial barriers to safety
“Our goal is to eliminate financial barriers that prevent community members from accessing essential safety skills,” said Hassan Q. As-Sidiq, founder and chief legacy builder of Black Community Board MN. “With this support, we hope to empower more people with the skills needed to protect themselves and their communities.”
IVPT offers training in:
- CPR, AED, and First Aid
- Overdose reversal
- Legal and responsible firearm ownership
The program consists of two separate training days:
📅 Day 1: CPR, AED, First Aid, and Overdose Reversal
📅 Day 2: Legal and Responsible Firearm Ownership
Upcoming training dates
📅 Day 1: March 15, May 3, June 7, August 30
📅 Day 2: March 22, May 10, June 6, August 23
🕘 Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 Location: Twin Cities Recovery Project, 1011 W. Broadway Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55430
💰 Cost: Free
Community participation needed
Due to recent scheduling changes, IVPT organizers encourage early registration. At least eight participants are required per session to maintain the current schedule. If this target is not met, the program will be rescheduled for April 2025.
IVPT is open to individuals ages 12 and up for Day 1 and ages 20 and up for Day 2.
Register now
Interested participants can sign up at tinyurl.com/IVPT2025.
For more information, contact Hassan Q. As-Sidiq at bossmanqais@gmail.com or 952-652-7121.
About Black Community Board MN
Black Community Board MN is a cultural development organization dedicated to advancing the Black community through leadership, civic education, and resource access. The organization’s mission is to empower young Black Americans by bridging gaps to transformative experiences and leadership opportunities.