Minnesota
Department of
Public Safety
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Minnesota Department of Public Safety – Community Outreach Verification
This page has been created to verify the partnership between the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Push Strategist LLC to provide trusted information about our community outreach calls.
If you received a phone call or message about DPS programs or events, you can use this page to confirm the legitimacy of that contact and learn more about why we reached out.
About the Community Affairs Office
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) Community Affairs Office works to ensure that all Minnesotans, regardless of background or circumstance, have access to vital public safety information and resources. The team brings DPS directly into communities to increase visibility, listen to community needs, and build trusted relationships across the state.
To learn more about the Community Affairs Office, visit the official DPS Community Affairs page at Minnesota Department of Public Safety
Our Outreach Partnership
The DPS Community Affairs Office has partnered with Push Strategist LLC to support community outreach and public engagement.
Through this partnership, outreach team members may:
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Share information about public safety resources and programs
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Invite community members to events, webinars, or workshops
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Gather feedback to help DPS better understand community needs
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Connect residents with tools, services, and support available through DPS and its divisions
Outreach may occur by phone, email, or at community events. This webpage is intended to help you confirm the legitimacy of those contacts and understand their purpose.
Why You May Be Hearing From Us
You may receive a phone call, voicemail, or email from a member of the outreach team if:
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You attended or registered for a DPS-related community event
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You are a community leader, organization, or business that serves Minnesota residents
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You requested information or support from DPS or one of its partners
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You were referred by another organization working with DPS
When we contact you, our goals are to:
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Provide accurate information about DPS programs and services
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Answer questions about community safety and available resources
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Invite you to participate in future engagement opportunities
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Strengthen relationships between DPS and the communities it serves
We do not use these outreach calls to sell products or services.
How to Verify a Call or Message Is Legitimate
Your safety and trust are important. If you receive a call or message and want to verify that it is connected to this project, you can use the steps below:
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Confirm how the caller identifies themselves.
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They should clearly state they are contacting you on behalf of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Community Affairs Office in partnership with Push Strategist LLC.
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They should provide their first and last name and the organization they represent.
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Ask for this webpage.
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The caller should be able to direct you to this Community Outreach Verification page as confirmation of the project and partnership.
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Check what information is being requested.
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Legitimate outreach calls will not ask you for:
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Social Security numbers
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Bank account or credit card numbers
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Online account passwords or verification codes
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If anyone asks for this type of information, do not provide it and contact DPS using the Contact Information below.
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Use official contact channels.
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You can independently contact the DPS Community Affairs Office using the information on the official DPS website, or by reaching out to the Office of the Commissioner to confirm the outreach.
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Contact Information
Yeeleng Vu, Agency | Public Engagement Manager
Community Affairs Office of the Commissioner Department of Public Safety
Ose Sesay | Project Lead/Principal and Founder
Push Strategist LLC