North Carolina Department of Public Safety
Desiree Lakey, MPH, CPH, serves as a Program Coordinator at the North Carolina Department of Public Safety since November 2024. Previously, Desiree held several roles at Love146 from September 2019 to November 2024, progressing from Prevention Programs Assistant to Senior Prevention Programs Coordinator. Prior experiences include serving as Resident Services Coordinator at Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation and an Intern at One Safe Place in Fort Worth, Texas. Desiree's academic background includes a Master of Public Health from the UNT Health Science Center and a Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness from Texas Southern University. Desiree's experience also encompasses research assistant roles at both the UNT Health Science Center and Tarrant County Public Health.
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North Carolina Department of Public Safety
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Department of Public Safety The overall mission of the Department of Public Safety is to improve the quality of life for North Carolinians by reducing crime and enhancing public safety. The secretary serves as the sole representative on the Governor's Cabinet for the state's law enforcement, correction and emergency response community. The department focuses citizen and legislative attention on law enforcement and public safety issues, such as the supervision of offenders in prison or on community corrections, drinking and driving, underage access to alcohol and tobacco, the proper use of child safety seats, crime prevention, and preparation for natural disasters. In addition to natural disasters, the department is constantly updating plans and providing training for local officials to respond to emergencies such as terrorism, communicable diseases, nuclear power plant incidents and civil unrest. This agency serves as the coordinating agency for North Carolina's homeland security preparedness.