Geografia, segurança pública e policiamento comunitário

Abstract

This article addresses public safety from the perspective of geography with a focus on community policing. The importance of security to exercise citizenship and the need for police presence to maintain order and public safety are highlighted. The text highlights that violence results from gaps left by the State, such as the lack of work, institutional guarantees, human rights and social well-being. All violence cannot be attributed to the simple absence of the State, as it is present in all social classes. The article proposes a discussion on ways to improve public security in areas disadvantaged by the absence of the State, emphasizing the importance of community policing. The proximity between the police and the population can contribute to the construction of safer spaces and promote a better quality of life for the community. The research was carried out through a bibliographic survey, analyzing concepts related to violence, territory and community policing. The discussions revealed that violence is linked to the territory and its particularities, and community policing can be an effective approach to dealing with public security problems.