CIDBIA Ambassadors
CIDBIA Safety Ambassadors
About the Program
The CIDBIA Ambassador Program is a community-led public safety initiative addressing the Chinatown- International District’s urgent needs. Ambassadors provide daily, visible support to businesses, residents, and visitors - fostering a safer, more welcoming neighborhood through de-escalation, outreach, and hospitality. The program launched on June 1, 2025.
Program Details
CIDBIA Ambassadors are trained in de-escalation and are here to assist the Chinatown-International District community and neighborhood visitors.
Ambassadors are in the neighborhood every day from 2pm-10pm and wear bright yellow vests.
To request immediate response
WeChat ID: CIDAmbassadors
Safety Ambassadors Data Dashboard
View the full data dashboard here.
When to Call an Ambassador
- You need help relocating someone sleeping in a doorway or trespassing on property
- You feel unsafe or uncomfortable about a situation
- A person may need help (shelter, food, medical attention)
- You’re unsure how to safely handle a situation
- De-escalation of conflict is needed
Guide to Working with Ambassadors
DOs — Best Practices
✅ Speak calmly and clearly
✅ Describe what you see
✅ Let Ambassadors handle the situation
DON’Ts — What to Avoid
❌ Don’t yell or insult anyone on the street
❌ Don’t physically confront or threaten anyone
❌ Don’t escalate a situation—call for help instead
Remember -
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Ambassadors are here to support you and keep the neighborhood safe.
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Working with the Ambassadors helps everyone—especially your customers and staff.
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Ambassadors are not police. In case of an active emergency, please call 911. Report crime to SPD.
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Ambassadors do not carry weapons
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Ambassadors cannot physically remove people
Questions or Concerns
If you have any questions or concerns please contact the CIDBIA Community Safety Manager at safe@cidbia.org
Thank you to City of Seattle and The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) for making this program possible.
