"Public safety is a fundamental right. We need to build trust between our community and law enforcement. I will advocate for initiatives that ensure no one is killed for experiencing a mental health crisis. I will advocate to increase funding for mental health services, and support prevention programs that address the root causes of crime. Together, we can create safer neighborhoods for our children and families."

While violent crime in Los Angeles has seen a 14% decrease in 2024 compared to the previous year, property crime rates have increased by 4.7%. In District 9, residents continue to face safety concerns, particularly related to property crimes. Drawing on her extensive education in Community Planning, Economic Development, Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, and Marriage and Family Therapy, as well as her experience as a mental health clinician and adjunct professor at LA Mission College, Martha is committed to creating safe, thriving neighborhoods. She invests in youth programs, mental health services, and community resources that prevent crime before it happens, while building trust, empowering residents, and strengthening local networks so families can feel secure without fear of enforcement or displacement.