# Local community and crisis management initiatives in Belgium > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/local-community-and-crisis-management-initiatives-in-belgium > Updated: 2026-10-24T04:53:41.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Local authorities and organizations in Belgium are implementing various community-focused safety and social support initiatives. In Oosterzele, the Rhode & Schelde police zone scheduled an information evening to introduce residents to neighborhood teams and Neighborhood Information Networks (BIN), with Mayor Orville Cottenie noting that safety is a “collective responsibility.” In Zottegem, the municipality is recruiting volunteers for a local crisis corps to provide logistical support to professional emergency services during events such as floods, power outages, or extreme heat. These volunteers will assist with tasks ranging from delivering supplies to isolated citizens to helping in care facilities. Additionally, in Bruges, community organizations are expanding a long-standing New Year’s Eve event designed for individuals facing loneliness, mobility issues, or financial hardship. The event is moving to a larger venue to accommodate approximately 180 guests. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-24: Local community initiatives launched in Bruges and Zottegem Bruges is relocating its annual New Year's Eve event for vulnerable residents to a larger venue, while Zottegem is recruiting a volunteer crisis corps to support emergency services. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-community-initiatives-launched-in-bruges-and-zottegem ### 2026-10-20: Local safety and crisis management initiatives in Belgium and the Netherlands Police in Oosterzele, Belgium, are hosting a community safety information night, while the IJsselland region in the Netherlands is seeking crisis management officers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/local-safety-and-crisis-management-initiatives-in-belgium-and-the-netherlands --- Cite as: Local community and crisis management initiatives in Belgium. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/local-community-and-crisis-management-initiatives-in-belgium