“Women in Law Enforcement” is dedicated to highlighting the unique challenges and accomplishments of female officers within the force. We focus on key issues facing female police officers, including workplace diversity, overcoming gender biases, and navigating the physical and mental demands of the job in a traditionally male-dominated field. We shed light on initiatives aimed at increasing the representation and success of women in law enforcement, and emphasize the importance of female leadership within law enforcement, showcasing the inspiring journeys of women who have risen to leadership roles.
DAY IN THE LIFE
Meet Mary Nero: Greensboro Police Department’s lone homicide victim advocate who managed a record 74 homicide cases in a single year
Meet Andrea Cortez, a 17-year law enforcement veteran and analyst at Elk Grove (Calif.) Police Department’s Real-Time Information Center
For Officer Macarena Garner, becoming an RTO is a dream fulfilled
Meet Lieutenant Jackie Pearson, a 26-year officer and resilience instructor at Fort Collins Police Services in Colorado
Master Deputy Addy Perez is a five-year veteran of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department in South Carolina
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Although Det. Marcela Lopez didn’t try out to break barriers for women, neither is she shrinking from it
Officer Natalie Garcia seeks to bring effective communication and transparency to the department as its new PIO, with a unique understanding of the community she serves
Hear from Officer Quincy Mercado, a participant in the recent LVMPD K9 trials
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Sgt. Jennifer Grasso has overcome many obstacles in her trailblazing career
Albany Police Chief Marcia Harnden faced many challenges when she stepped into the role, including employee discipline, high-profile uses of force and staffing shortages
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
The sold-out event attracted over 700 attendees and featured dozens of sessions focusing on crime prevention, community relations and professional development
SUPPORT AND RESOURCES FOR FEMALE OFFICERS
We know women can bring unique qualities and life experiences to this work. So, how do we get more women to understand how well-suited they are for policing?
How an Arizona agency uses strategy and culture to influence recruitment
Actionable strategies law enforcement can adopt to support female officers juggling motherhood and their careers
Data from the “What Cops Want” survey suggests a difference in how female and male officers feel valued, indicating a gap in workplace culture and environment
Law enforcement continues to struggle with recruiting women into the policing profession — recruiting websites aren’t helping
Uncover what Police1 readers recommend to enhance readiness, safety and efficiency for female police officers
Temporary removal from the law enforcement front lines can take a mental toll on a mom-to-be — here are some key considerations for staying connected
A new guide outlines actionable strategies to enhance recruitment websites, targeting barriers that deter women from policing careers
The San Diego Police Officers Association and the National Law Enforcement Foundation share lessons learned from building the nation’s first law enforcement only childcare center
COMPLETE COVERAGE
Trooper Michelle Archer pulled a rope and flotation device from her cruiser, ran to the pond and swam to the girl
Beth Donovan sued the Boston Police Department after she was demoted and suspended, stating that the disciplinary measures were in retaliation for opening a misconduct investigation into another officer
Stephanie Daniels, a 31-year veteran of the department, has served as interim police director since June 2023
Research has found that a lack of affordable childcare is one of the major impediments to hiring and retaining officers
Ehea Schuerch says training for The Tactical Games takes discipline and a tough mindset – and has helped her become a better corrections officer
“This is about me serving you, so thank you,” Kirkpatrick said after taking the oath
Full-time female peace officers are requested for a survey that looks at factors that are potentially causing the underrepresentation of women in law enforcement
Clarifying the source of common myths and misconception and recognizing our bias is the first step to building bridges and maintaining partnerships
The event is designed to provide potential recruits with tips and advice to help them pass the department’s physical agility test – the single most common stumbling block for female recruits
Former St. Tammany Parish Deputy Mary Mayo was paralyzed after a tree fell on the cruiser she was a passenger in; her fiancé, who was driving at the time, was killed in the crash
