CATS and The Relatives Unveil Winning Safe Place Artwork
Published on March 18, 2024
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March 18, 2024
CATS and The Relatives Unveil Winning Safe Place Artwork
Charlotte, N.C. – Today, Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Interim CEO Brent Cagle and The Relatives’ Executive Director Trish Hobson unveiled the winning artwork of the annual Safe Place Week youth art contest.
All CATS facilities and vehicles are deemed “Safe Places.” Any youth in crisis can seek help at a designated Safe Place location and be connected to The Relatives to get the help they need.
The Relatives serves as the Safe Place agency for children ages 7-17 in Mecklenburg County.
The unveiling of the artwork is part of the celebration of National Safe Place Week, which takes place March 17-23 this year. The winning artwork, created by a child within The Relatives’ Youth Crisis Center program, will be featured on CATS buses and rail vehicles.
“At CATS, we’re more than just transit; we’re about caring for our community, especially children and young adults facing challenges,” Cagle said. “Our partnership with The Relatives stands as a testament to what we can achieve when we come together with our community partners.”
About the Charlotte Area Transit System
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is a department of the City of Charlotte and governed by the Metropolitan Transit Commission. CATS is the largest transit system between Washington, D.C. and Atlanta, offering bus, light rail, streetcar, vanpool and paratransit services.
Learn more by visiting RideTransit.org or follow CATS on X, Instagram and Facebook.
About The Relatives
The Relatives is a hub of resources that helps children and youth find shelter and support. The Relatives programs include the Youth Crisis Center, On Ramp Resource Center and Housing. The Relatives serves as the Safe Place agency for Mecklenburg County and the surrounding area, partnering with local businesses to ensure young people in need have access to immediate help and supportive resources. The goal of each program The Relatives offers is to offer safety and support, preparing youth and young adults to be healthy, productive, engaged members of the community.
To learn more about the resources The Relatives offers, visit TheRelatives.org and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.