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UPDATE: Philadelphia Police Department Uniforms
The Philadelphia Police Department has begun a phase-in of new midnight blue uniforms starting on October 1, 2025, replacing the powder blue uniforms worn since the 1970s.
“The new design reinforces professionalism, authority, and familiarity; qualities that the public expects from its officers,” the department said in a press release.
The new uniforms will be issued gradually, but officers will be required to wear them starting on January 1, 2026. Until then, officers will continue wearing the powder blue uniforms until they are issued the midnight blue uniforms.
Philadelphia Resources
Proper support can prevent conflicts from becoming violent. These resources focus on conflict resolution and crisis intervention through community support.
These resources connect victims and witnesses to organizations that provide counseling, emotional support, and guidance that help them move forward after experiencing violence-related trauma.
These resources include programs designed to engage youth in constructive activities and provide them mentorship. They offer support that can help young individuals avoid violent paths and build brighter futures.
These services help individuals reduce economic pressures that may lead to conflict or violence. The available resources include workforce development programs focusing on job training, employment services, and career advancement.
These services include partnerships with city agencies, nonprofits, and local organizations that work together to build safer neighborhoods. They address broader social issues that contribute to violence.
Relational Violence Resources
Relational Violence includes domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking. These types of violence could include direct physical violence, but also emotional abuse, social and financial control, and coercion. For multiple services, check the Safe Philly Resource Map.
- For intake to the emergency domestic violence shelters: (866)-723-3014
- For empowerment counseling for adults and youth:
- For legal services:
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