There are a variety of local educational programs for adults, youth and children, sponsored by the National Conference of Christians and Jews. These programs bring together corporate, civic and religious leaders to promote better understanding and respect for the diversity of the region. There are over 1300 places of worship throughout the area. Public Safety Programs Dependable statistics that accurately portray the crime rate in any city are difficult to tabulate. Definitions of 'violent' and 'non-violent' vary from place to place.
Further difficulty occurs due to calculating statistics based on resident population.
This is pertinent to Orlando because of the more than 20 million tourists who visit the area each year. Metro Orlando communities are taking a proactive approach to crime prevention. Most Greater Orlando communities have Neighborhood Watch programs. Victim Advocate Education Program - Programs to educate on matters of rape, battery and child abuse. Crisis consulting is also offered.